The 25th EU-China summit in Beijing marked 50 years of diplomatic ties but was dominated by escalating tensions over trade imbalances and China's support for Russia amid the Ukraine war. European leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen, pressed China to open its markets, address overcapacity, and use its influence to push Russia toward peace talks. Despite a joint statement on climate change and rare earths, little progress was made on resolving core disputes. Both sides acknowledged their relationship is at an 'inflection point,' with the EU warning it may restrict market access if China does not act. The summit highlighted deep divisions, with climate cooperation now overshadowed by geopolitical and economic friction.
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