EU-China Relations Hit 'Inflection Point' Amid Trade Tensions and Climate Cooperation

At the 25th EU-China summit in Beijing, European and Chinese leaders marked 50 years of diplomatic ties but faced deep divisions over trade imbalances and China's support for Russia. While both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation on climate change, European leaders pressed China for a more balanced economic relationship and raised concerns about Beijing's trade practices. Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the EU to make 'the right strategic choice' and criticized recent EU trade actions. The summit highlighted the growing strain in EU-China relations, with both sides acknowledging the need for trust and cooperation but making little progress on resolving core disagreements. The meeting underscored the pivotal moment in their relationship, with significant implications for global trade and geopolitics.