EU chief says ties with China at 'inflection point'
Summary
The European Union (EU) and China held a summit in Beijing where EU leaders discussed trade imbalances and China's relationship with Russia as these factors affect EU-China relations. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized that how China deals with Russia's involvement in the Ukraine war will influence future relations between the EU and China. Both sides expressed a need for better cooperation and understanding.Key Facts
- The EU and China held a one-day summit in Beijing to discuss their relationship.
- EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen mentioned that EU-China relations have reached an "inflection point," meaning they are at a critical turning point.
- Von der Leyen highlighted the EU's significant trade deficit with China, which reached €305.8 billion last year.
- The EU wants to improve market access for European companies in China and reduce restrictions on exports.
- China’s relationship with Russia, especially regarding the Ukraine war, is a key concern for the EU.
- EU leaders pressed China to use its influence to persuade Russia to end its war in Ukraine.
- There is tension in the relationship, worsened by EU sanctions on two Chinese banks connected to Russia.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping called for managing differences and building mutual trust with the EU.
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