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By Michael Holden and Elizabeth Piper LONDON (Reuters) - Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday hailed the "bright future" of closer relations with Britain, addressing lawmakers as part of a pomp-laden visit during which more than $46 billion of deals are expected to be signed. Britain rolled out the red carpet for Xi, who was honored with a 41-gun salute and given a ride in a gilded carriage with Queen Elizabeth before addressing lawmakers from both Houses of Parliament. A few dozen protesters calling on Prime Minister David Cameron to raise human rights with Xi were outnumbered by the thousands of China supporters thronging The Mall, one of London's most famous avenues, as Xi rode with the queen for a private lunch.More...