European Union and Chinese leaders have met in Beijing for a high-stakes summit marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, but the talks have been overshadowed by escalating trade tensions and disagreements over China's support for Russia. Both sides acknowledged the need to 'rebalance' their economic relationship, with EU leaders pressing China for fairer trade practices and urging Beijing to help end the war in Ukraine. Despite the tense atmosphere, the summit produced a joint commitment to climate action, positioning the EU and China as global leaders in the fight against climate change as the US retreats from the stage. Chinese President Xi Jinping called for deeper trust and cooperation, while EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen described the relationship as being at an 'inflection point.' Expectations for major breakthroughs were low, but the summit underscored the critical importance—and complexity—of EU-China ties in a turbulent world.
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