European Union and Chinese leaders are meeting in Beijing for a pivotal summit marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, but hopes for a breakthrough are low.
The summit is overshadowed by escalating trade frictions, security concerns, and disagreements over issues like Russia and climate commitments. Both sides are expected to issue a joint climate statement, but major progress on economic or political disputes is unlikely. The presence of U.S. trade pressures and global geopolitical shifts further complicate the relationship.
Despite the frosty atmosphere, the fact that the summit is happening at all is seen as a modest diplomatic achievement.
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