Macron arrives in China for talks with Xi on trade ties and Russia's war in Ukraine
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French President Emmanuel Macron has landed in Beijing for a three-day visit to China focused on trade talks and global crises.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/54233498

France is aiming to attract more investment from Chinese companies and facilitate market access for French exports. During the visit, officials from both nations are expected to sign several agreements in the energy, food industry, and aviation sectors.

  • Sepia@mander.xyzEnglish
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    1 day ago

    Germany’s foreign minister to visit China next week, as EU prepares to toughen up on trade

    The European Union is expected to toughen its trade stance on China next month, with signs that Germany - the EU’s largest member and economy - is aligning with the shift and that the 27-member bloc may be sufficiently united to push through policy changes that deepen ties with like-minded trading partners …

    China’s weaker economy and its move up the value chain of industrial production means it is no longer the reliable market it once was for German exports.

    But Germany still remains a key investment partner for China, which is struggling to attract fresh funds as its post-COVID recovery struggles for momentum …

    • CosmoNova@lemmy.worldEnglish
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      1 day ago

      Germany‘s struggles are not post pandemic anymore. Haven‘t been for years. Maybe China should stop supplying Russia with military gear so this war on our continent would come to an end? Just a thought.