European Union and Chinese leaders met in Beijing for a high-stakes summit marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, but celebrations were overshadowed by deepening trade disputes and geopolitical tensions.
EU officials pressed China to address its significant trade surplus and to reconsider its support for Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. Chinese President Xi Jinping called for 'proper handling of frictions' and urged the EU to make 'the right strategic choice,' while EU leaders demanded 'real solutions' to rebalance the economic relationship. Both sides discussed cooperation on climate change, but expectations for major breakthroughs remained low.
The summit highlighted the growing mistrust and the complex balancing act both powers face in a turbulent global landscape.
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