European Union and Chinese leaders are meeting in Beijing to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, but the summit is overshadowed by deep trade tensions and geopolitical rivalry.
Hopes for a reset in relations have faded due to disputes over critical minerals, tariffs, and investment controls, with both sides wary of each other's economic strategies. The United States' trade policies, particularly tariffs, are further complicating the EU's approach to China, pushing Europe to reconsider its economic ties. Despite the frosty atmosphere, the two sides are expected to issue a joint statement on climate change, signaling some willingness to cooperate on global challenges.
However, expectations for major breakthroughs are low, and the summit is seen more as a test of diplomatic endurance than a turning point.
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