China Trip

Blog Blackout   It's my fault that there's been a blog blackout during my trip to China. These are written - sorry - on the plane.   Shanghai Expo   The UK pavilion, also known as the Dandelion (so named by China's netizens), is a remarkable creation, covered by 60,000 rods / spikes / prickles. The landscaping is still to be done - still 45 days to opening. I think it will be far better than a traditional trade fair.   Chinese Peacekeepers   China has recently lost eight of its police peacekeepers in the Haiti earthquake. They were professional and committed colleagues of the people I met at the Training Academy on Monday. The partnership with the UK is valuable to both of us.   Iran   This was the issue that took more time than any other in my meetings. I argued that China should not leave itself isolated. The dual track process - engagement...