Brown and Chinese PM hold talks

The leaders are to discuss open markets and global financial reform

Prime Minister Gordon Brown is to hold talks with his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao as the leader's visit to the UK draws to a close.

The two heads of state will meet at Downing Street to discuss ways of handling the global economic downturn and how to boost trade.

The first two days of Mr Wen's three-day UK visit were met by protests over human-rights abuses in China and Tibet.

Five people were arrested on Sunday and more protests are expected.

The five protesters were arrested after trying to approach Mr Wen, who was booed as he travelled around London.

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Several people vaulted barriers as Mr Wen arrived outside the Chinese Embassy in London amid a noisy demonstration.

However he was also greeted by supporters as he toured Chinatown and attended a dinner at the Natural History Museum.

Mr Wen also met Conservative leader David Cameron for 45 minutes on Sunday to talk about topics including the economic crisis and fighting climate change.

Mr Cameron raised human rights issues with the Chinese leader and emphasised the importance of "greater participation" in Beijing's political process.

Mr Wen's European tour includes visits to Germany, Spain, and Brussels.