Tensions between the U.S and China have been rising over the years, ranging from trade and tariffs to tech rivalry and alleged spying.

Sunak and Macron are expected to flesh out agreements on migrant crossings, energy security and protecting people from the threat of Russia.

Qin, who was until recently China’s ambassador to the U.S., said China would “pursue a sound and stable relationship with the U.S.”

The new Brexit deal between the EU and the U.K. may help bring Britain’s “healthy fundamentals” back to the fore.