During a trilateral meeting in Paris, French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen discussed the importance of cooperation with China in resolving critical global issues such as the Ukraine conflict and fair trade rules. Mr. Macron emphasized the need for close collaboration to find solutions to major crises while Ms. von der Leyen expressed trust that China would use its influence over Russia to help end the conflict in Ukraine.
President Xi Jinping highlighted the important roles that China and Europe play in a world characterized by chaos and change, stressing the need for continuous contributions to global peace and development. While China remained neutral on the Ukraine issue, concerns arose in the West about potential Chinese support to Russia. Despite US accusations, China defended its right to maintain normal trade relations with all countries, emphasizing the importance of economic development for both China and Europe.
During discussions at the trilateral meeting, trade relations were also a focus point with challenges identified in economic imbalances and issues like subsidies to specific industries. Mr. Macron called for fair rules in trade relations between the EU and China, highlighting the importance of balanced development in their partnership. Mr. Xi emphasized the resolution of trade differences through dialogue and consideration of each other’s legitimate concerns.
Following his visit to Paris, President Xi Jinping planned to visit Serbia and Hungary, countries friendly to Russia in the region. The trilateral meeting addressed critical global issues such as the Ukraine conflict and trade relations, highlighting
