European Union leaders met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang in Beijing for the 25th EU-China summit, marking 50 years of diplomatic ties amid heightened tensions.
The summit focused on rebalancing trade relations, with the EU pressing China on its trade surplus and support for Russia's war in Ukraine. Both sides acknowledged the need for cooperation on global issues like climate change, with plans for a joint climate statement, but expectations for major breakthroughs were low. The talks were overshadowed by ongoing trade frictions, geopolitical rivalries, and the impact of US tariffs, which have complicated Europe's approach to China.
Despite the frosty atmosphere, leaders emphasized the importance of dialogue and the potential for progress on economic and environmental cooperation.
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