The 25th EU-China summit in Beijing marks 50 years of diplomatic relations but is overshadowed by deep divisions over trade imbalances, China's stance on Russia's war in Ukraine, and broader geopolitical tensions.
European leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen, pressed China for a more balanced economic relationship and urged Beijing to use its influence to help end the war in Ukraine. Chinese President Xi Jinping called for deeper trust and warned the EU to make 'the right strategic choice,' while both sides agreed on the need for joint action on climate change.
Despite some cooperation on climate, expectations for major breakthroughs were low, with both parties acknowledging the relationship is at an 'inflection point.' The summit highlights the complex, often tense, interplay between economic interests, global security, and diplomatic strategy.
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