The upcoming EU-China summit in Beijing marks 50 years of diplomatic relations but comes at a time of deepening trade disputes and strategic mistrust.
Both sides are grappling with issues such as unfair trade practices, economic security, and differing stances on global affairs, including Russia's war in Ukraine. Expectations for significant breakthroughs are low, with European leaders seeking to address critical trade and investment concerns while maintaining unity amid external pressures from the US. European businesses are caught in the crossfire, facing uncertainty as the world's major economies risk escalating economic conflict.
The summit will test whether pragmatic dialogue can ease tensions or if divisions will continue to widen.
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