Xi Jinping snubs EU-China anniversary summit

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, highlights tensions between the EU and China as President Xi Jinping declines an invitation to a summit in Brussels, leading to concerns about China’s commitment to cooperation amidst trade frictions and geopolitical issues. Despite ongoing talks, the EU questions China’s trade practices and subsidies, as well as the sincerity of recent Chinese overtures, while navigating a delicate relationship with Beijing amid global uncertainties and conflicting diplomatic signals. EU officials continue discussions regarding the summit and trade issues, as China faces anti-dumping investigations and calls for dialogue and collaboration to address mutual concerns and opportunities.

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