Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan co-chaired the second Sino-British Financial and Economic Dialogue with UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, on Monday in London.

Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan (R1) and British Chancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling (L1) co-chair the second China-Britain Economic and Financial Dialog at Lancaster House in London May 11, 2009. [Zeng Yi/Xinhua]

Through the dialogue, the two sides are expected to reach common ground against trade protectionism, and reforming the international financial system. They are also expected to increase cooperation in technology and trade.

The Vice Premier's visit to Britain and the second Sino-British Financial and Economic Dialogue are important measures for the two countries to fulfill an agreement reached at the G20 meeting in April.

Besides attending the dialogue, Vice Premier Wang Qishan will also meet with UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown, as well as representatives of local enterprises and financial institutions.