Britain's Energy Minister, Ed Miliband, is on a significant visit to Beijing to address climate and energy issues and strengthen economic ties with China. The British government aims to engage with China, a major carbon emitter and a key provider of renewable energy infrastructure. Miliband's agenda includes launching a new framework for climate talks with Chinese officials, focusing on crucial areas like carbon capture, storage technology, and hydrogen power generation. This collaboration is essential as the UK works towards transitioning to clean energy sources by 2030. The visit is part of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's strategy to repair UK-China relations following a period of tension. In addition to climate and economic discussions, Miliband will raise Britain's concerns about human rights in Hong Kong and address China's position on global affairs, including the conflict in Ukraine. The partnership aims to update a ten-year-old clean energy partnership framework, aligning with the UK's ambitious goals for a cleaner energy future.