The 25th EU-China summit in Beijing marks 50 years of diplomatic relations but is overshadowed by escalating trade disputes and strategic mistrust.
European leaders pressed China to address its significant trade surplus and voiced concerns over Beijing's support for Russia amid the Ukraine war. Chinese President Xi Jinping called for 'proper handling of frictions' and urged the EU to make 'the right strategic choice,' while EU officials demanded 'real solutions' to rebalance economic ties. Both sides discussed cooperation on climate change, but expectations for major breakthroughs remain low.
The summit highlights the complex, often fraught relationship between two of the world's largest economies as they navigate global instability and shifting alliances.
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