The European Union and China are set to hold a high-stakes summit in Beijing, marking 50 years of diplomatic relations amid escalating trade disputes and strategic mistrust.
Expectations for breakthroughs are low, as both sides grapple with issues such as unfair trade practices, economic dependency, and differing stances on global power dynamics. European leaders are under pressure to maintain unity and address concerns over China's economic policies, while Chinese officials call for pragmatic cooperation. The summit is overshadowed by broader geopolitical tensions, including the influence of the United States and disagreements over Russia's war in Ukraine.
European businesses and officials hope for substantive progress, but deep divisions suggest a challenging path ahead.
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