UK's Hammond: Had "very constructive meeting" with Labour counterpart

British Finance Minister Hammond crossed the wires in the last minutes saying that he had a very constructive meeting with his Labour counterpart before leaving for Beijing.

Key quotes (via Reuters)

• Very important to get to bottom of leak on Huawei decision.
• I absolutely do not favour a no deal exit from the European Union.
• Speaking about talks with Labour party, says both sides will have to compromise in order to reach agreement.
  • Optimistic we will find common ground
• Hopes to see progress on Shanghai-London stock connect at June talks with China.