CGTN: Beyond differences: Why the British PM calls long-awaited China trip a ‘huge opportunity’ Leave a reply CGTN published an article on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to China, highlighting that amid rising global uncertainty, Beijing and London are placing greater emphasis on long-term stability, pragmatic cooperation and shared interests in global governance and economic growth. BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chinese President Xi Jinping met British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Beijing on Thursday, marking the first visit by a UK prime minister to China in eight years. Both leaders emphasized the need to build a long-term consistent comprehensive strategic partnership. Emphasizing the need to see history from a broader perspective, Xi called on the two countries to transcend differences and maintain mutual respect, so that the promising potential of cooperation could be translated into remarkable accomplishments, benefiting both peoples and the world. Starmer opened the meeting by acknowledging the long gap in high-level exchanges. It had been “too long” since a British prime minister last visited China, he said. Upon arriving in Beijing, he framed the trip in pragmatic terms. “It is in our national interest to engage with China,” Starmer told reporters. “There are huge opportunities to be had.” As permanent members of the UN Security Council and major global economies, China and the UK share vital interests in promoting economic growth, supporting social development and contributing to global stability. Seeking cooperation in an uncertain world Analysts say Starmer’s visit reflects a broader European trend, where countries are increasingly seeking pragmatic engagement with China amid rising global uncertainty. Recent months have seen high-level visits to China by leaders from France, Ireland and Finland. A CGTN poll showed that 85.2 percent of respondents believe such frequent visits reflect a broad consensus on achieving equal and

Bodor Laser Introduces the “Extreme Speed” Concept in Tube Processing, Launches the SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine Leave a reply JINAN, China, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bodor Laser, a global manufacturer of laser cutting solutions, has announced the launch of its SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine, alongside the introduction of its new “Extreme Speed” concept for tube processing. The concept focuses on improving overall manufacturing efficiency by combining high-speed performance, structural stability, and intelligent automation across the production process. The Bodor Laser SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine The Bodor Laser SK Series High-Speed Tube Laser Cutting Machine The SK Series is designed to operate reliably under high-speed conditions, delivering a maximum acceleration of 2.7G and a maximum rotational speed of 260 r/min. The rear chuck reaches position in 2.5 seconds, supporting rapid tube positioning and continuous cutting. According to internal testing, the system achieves up to 1.8 times higher processing efficiency at 2.7G compared with operation at 1G. Precision is maintained through a laser head Z-axis speed of up to 60 m/min, supported by an upgraded adaptive following algorithm that enables fast and accurate height adjustment during cutting. The system also supports simultaneous loading and cutting, reducing tube loading time to approximately 8 seconds and increasing overall processing efficiency by more than 20%. To ensure stability at high speeds, the SK Series features Bodor Laser’s proprietary arch-bridge structure. The three-dimensional triangular transmission design optimizes force distribution during rapid motion, improving mechanical balance and long-term stability. The chuck system is manufactured from high-strength alloy materials and treated with advanced heat processing. Compared with the previous generation, positioning accuracy has improved by over 20%. In addition, front-chuck over-travel technology enables dual-chuck clamping for long tubes, ensuring consistent accuracy throughout the entire cutting process. Addressing the industry’s shift toward small-batch, high-mix production, the SK Series integrates an AI-based intelligent nesting system that automatically optimizes cutting