The latest EU-China summit in Beijing, marking 50 years of diplomatic ties, was dominated by escalating trade tensions and disagreements over China's stance on Russia's war in Ukraine.
European leaders pressed China for a more balanced economic relationship, citing concerns over trade imbalances and Beijing's support for Moscow. Despite the friction, both sides managed to issue a joint statement on climate change, highlighting this as a rare area of cooperation.
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the EU to make 'the right strategic choice,' while EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that ties are at an 'inflection point.' The summit ended with few concrete agreements, underscoring the growing challenges in the relationship.
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