Leaders from the European Union and China are meeting in Beijing for a high-stakes summit commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations, but the mood is tense as trade disputes and strategic mistrust overshadow the anniversary.
Both sides face mounting pressure from the ongoing US-China rivalry and recent US trade policies, making cooperation more difficult. Expectations for breakthroughs are low, with European leaders concerned about China's trade practices, support for Russia, and the need to reduce economic dependencies. European businesses are caught in the middle, fearing further escalation could harm global supply chains and economic stability.
Despite calls for renewed cooperation on issues like climate change and green technology, the summit is expected to highlight the widening rift rather than deliver substantial progress.
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