The latest EU-China summit in Beijing, marking 50 years of diplomatic ties, was dominated by escalating trade tensions and disagreements over China's support for Russia. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the EU cannot maintain open markets without a more balanced trade relationship, while Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Europe to make 'the right strategic choice.' Despite the tense atmosphere, the only significant agreement reached was a joint commitment to climate action, with little progress on other contentious issues. The summit highlighted the EU's growing frustration with China's trade practices and its alignment with Moscow, signaling a critical inflection point in their relationship. Both sides acknowledged the need for cooperation but remain divided on key economic and geopolitical concerns.
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