Xi Jinping offers 'sincere sympathies' to Britain after queen's death

BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday offered "sincere sympathies to the British government and people" following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
"Xi Jinping, representing the Chinese government and the Chinese people, as well as in his own name, expresses deep condolences," a statement said, adding: "Her passing is a great loss to the British people."