China and Europe should not fight trade wars, Chinese foreign minister says
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Beijing is pressing Berlin to block European trade penalties as bilateral economic tensions reach a critical juncture.
China has urged Germany to resist trade protections and prevent a wider EU trade war ahead of a major diplomatic summit. The diplomatic push comes just days before a scheduled high-level meeting between Chinese and American leadership. Beijing aims to leverage German influence within the European Union to stave off looming trade sanctions.
- The Chinese foreign minister specifically asked Germany to actively reject protectionist policies.
- The diplomatic overture coincides with preparations for an upcoming summit involving President Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
- European Union trade sanctions against Chinese entities remain a pressing concern for Beijing.
Why it matters
Trade relations between China and Western economies have grown increasingly tense amid disputes over tariffs, market access, and protectionist industrial policies.
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- South China Morning PostChina seeks German help to stave off EU trade sanctions days before Xi-Trump summit1w ago · open ↗
- The Straits TimesChina and Europe should not fight trade wars, Chinese foreign minister says1w ago · open ↗
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