The Chinese Foreign Ministry says it will continue to strengthen practical cooperation with the UK after May's visit. It was in reaction to Downing Street's confirmation that May would present the Chinese president with the BBC nature documentary series "Blue Planet II" as a gift.

HUA CHUNYING CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON "As we all can see, China has had an important and positive impact on combating climate change in recent years. We would love to continue with the world to fight climate change and protect our planet. We hope after Prime Minister May's visit to China, the trust between China and the UK will be enhanced and practical cooperation in various industries deepened. We can all feel Prime Minister May's aspiration for strengthening cooperation with China in various areas. Thus we think this strengthening of practical cooperation is undoubtedly very conducive to both sides."