UK PM’s trying Yunnan dish shows charm of provincial life

Multiple diners spotted UK PM Keir Starmer dining at a Yunnan restaurant in Sanlitun, Beijing, during his visit to China. He posed for photos with those present and wished everyone a happy Chinese new year.

UK PM Keir Starmer and diners greet each other at a Yunnan restaurant in Sanlitun, Beijing, on January 29.

Starmer's act of trying Yunnan cuisine during his visit to China reflects the profound cultural charm of Chinese cuisine and the distinctive local characteristics of Yunnan province.

This is a positive cultural exchange, demonstrating China's openness to the world and its efforts to strengthen international understanding and friendship.

Over the years, the diverse and rich culture of Yunnan, along with its many-splendored lifestyle, has garnered increasing international recognition.