A new report by the Institute of Directors reveals that over a fifth of UK importers have had to alter their supply chains due to geopolitical tensions, with China being a major focus. The report states that 20.5% of importers have already made changes, while 15% are considering doing so. The majority of businesses, however, have not been affected by global tensions. The report highlights that businesses, including those in the motorsport sector, are seeking stability in their supply chains and are willing to increase costs in the short-term to achieve this. The report also suggests that the UK should adopt a more cautious approach to China. UK-China relations have soured in recent years, with tensions rising over issues such as China's military exercises near Taiwan and its refusal to criticise Russia's invasion of Ukraine.