European Union and Chinese leaders are meeting in Beijing for a high-stakes summit marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, but the mood is tense amid escalating trade disputes and strategic mistrust.
The summit comes as both sides face pressure from U.S. trade policies and struggle to resolve issues over market access, critical minerals, and economic security. Expectations for breakthroughs are low, with both parties bracing for difficult negotiations and limited deliverables. European businesses are caught in the crossfire, and the EU is also seeking to deepen ties with Japan as a counterbalance.
The summit highlights the growing complexity and fragility of EU-China relations in a shifting global landscape.
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