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.
European leaders Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping amid low expectations for breakthroughs, as both sides grapple with issues like unfair trade practices, economic security, and differing stances on global affairs. The summit is further complicated by the influence of the US and ongoing geopolitical divides, making it a critical test of European unity and resolve. European businesses are caught in the middle, facing uncertainty as the world's major economies risk escalating economic conflict.
Despite calls for cooperation, the prospects for substantive agreements remain slim.
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