The latest EU-China summit in Beijing, marking 50 years of diplomatic ties, was dominated by escalating trade tensions and disagreements over China's support for Russia.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the EU cannot keep its markets open without a more balanced trade relationship, while Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Europe to make 'the right strategic choice.' Despite the tense atmosphere, the two sides managed to agree only on joint action against climate change, with little progress on other pressing issues. The EU pressed China to address economic imbalances and overcapacity, and made clear that China's stance on Russia's war in Ukraine is now a key factor in their relationship.
The summit underscored a critical inflection point, with both sides acknowledging the need for real solutions but remaining far apart on most issues.
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