Sunak vows tougher stand on china if elected

Rishi Sunak, the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, has vowed to take a tougher stance on China if he is elected as the next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

In an interview with The Times, Sunak stated that he would prioritize the UK's national security and sovereignty over its economic interests in China. He also expressed concerns about China's human rights record, particularly in Xinjiang, where the Chinese government has been accused of committing genocide against the Uyghur Muslim minority.

Sunak's comments come as the UK is facing increasing pressure to take a stronger stance on China's human rights abuses and its growing influence in the world. The UK has been criticized for its close economic ties with China, which have led to concerns about the country's dependence on Chinese investment and trade.

Sunak's vow to take a tougher stance on China is seen as a significant shift in the UK's approach to China, which has been criticized for being too soft. The UK has been a strong supporter of the Chinese government's Belt and Road Initiative, a massive infrastructure project aimed at connecting China with other parts of the world.

However, Sunak's comments have also been met with criticism from some quarters, who argue that the UK's economic interests in China are too important to be sacrificed for the sake of taking a tougher stance on human rights.

The UK is set to hold a general election in the coming months, and Sunak's comments on China are likely to be a key issue in the campaign. The election is expected to be closely contested, with several candidates vying for the leadership of the Conservative Party and the premiership of the UK.

In the meantime, Sunak's comments on China are likely to be closely watched by the international community, particularly in the United States, where there is growing concern about China's growing influence and human rights abuses.