The latest EU-China summit in Beijing, marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, was overshadowed by mounting trade tensions and geopolitical disagreements.
European leaders pressed China to address the growing trade deficit and voiced concerns over Beijing's support for Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. Despite some progress on climate cooperation, both sides struggled to find common ground on economic and political issues, with EU officials warning that continued imbalances could threaten future market openness.
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the EU to make 'the right strategic choice' and deepen cooperation, but European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described the relationship as being at an 'inflection point.' The summit ended with little concrete progress, highlighting the challenges facing one of the world's most significant economic partnerships.
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