The 25th EU-China summit in Beijing, marking 50 years of diplomatic ties, was dominated by escalating trade tensions, concerns over China's support for Russia in the Ukraine war, and calls for a more balanced economic relationship. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described the relationship as being at an 'inflection point,' urging China to address trade imbalances and open its markets. Chinese President Xi Jinping, meanwhile, pressed Europe to make 'the right strategic choice' and deepen cooperation, while both sides managed to agree only on joint action against climate change. The summit yielded few concrete outcomes, highlighting deep divisions over trade practices, geopolitical alignments, and the future direction of EU-China ties. The meeting underscored the growing complexity of global alliances as both sides navigate pressures from the US and shifting international dynamics.
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