The recent EU-China summit, marking 50 years of diplomatic relations, exposed significant divisions between the two powers. Despite a joint pledge to cooperate on climate change, the meeting was dominated by disputes over trade imbalances, China's stance on Ukraine, and concerns about Beijing's ties with Russia. European leaders pressed China to open its markets and use its influence to help end the war in Ukraine, but made little progress on these fronts. The summit, shortened and tense, highlighted that both sides remain far apart on key issues, with mutual distrust overshadowing opportunities for deeper cooperation. The outcome signals a critical 'inflection point' in EU-China relations, with global implications for trade, security, and climate action.
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