Leaders from the European Union and China are meeting in Beijing for a high-stakes summit marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, but expectations are low amid escalating trade disputes and strategic mistrust.
The summit comes as both sides face pressure from U.S. trade policies and struggle to resolve issues ranging from market access to critical minerals and supply chain dependencies. European leaders are also balancing their approach to China with deepening ties to Japan and concerns over Russia's war in Ukraine. Despite calls for cooperation and business engagement, the mood is tense, with little hope for major breakthroughs.
The outcome of the summit could shape the future of economic and political relations between two of the world's largest economies.
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