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- Chinese President Xi Jinping called for proper management of differences during the EU-China summit in Beijing.
- He criticized recent EU trade restrictions and cautioned that decoupling would lead to economic isolation.
- European Commission President von der Leyen highlighted a critical juncture in trade ties, urging China to address imbalances.
- Despite tensions, both parties aim to issue a joint climate statement reflecting one of their few cooperative areas.
The current challenges facing Europe do not come from China.— Xi Jinping, during the EU-China summit in Beijing, where he urged the European side to keep trade and investment markets open.
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