The chancellor's gamble with China: What price is Rachel Reeves willing to pay for closer trading ties?

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The chancellor's gamble with China: What price is Rachel Reeves willing to pay for closer trading ties?

Given gilt yields are rising, the pound is falling and, all things considered, markets look pretty hairy back in the UK, it's quite likely Rachel Reeves' trip to China gets overshadowed by noises off.

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Reeves defends fiscal rules during China visit 01:22

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