The 25th EU-China summit in Beijing marked 50 years of diplomatic ties but was overshadowed by escalating trade tensions, disagreements over China's support for Russia, and concerns about economic imbalances. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen declared the relationship at an 'inflection point,' urging China to address trade imbalances and use its influence to help end the war in Ukraine. Despite the tense atmosphere, both sides managed to issue a joint statement on climate change and rare earth exports, but made little progress on resolving deeper disputes. The summit was shortened to one day, reflecting low expectations and growing frustration in Brussels over Beijing's policies. As both powers face pressure from US tariffs and global instability, the future of EU-China cooperation remains uncertain.
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