European Parliament Delegation Concludes Mission to China Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
A delegation from the European Parliament's Committee on Foreign Affairs, led by Chair David McAllister, has completed a three-day mission to China. The delegation engaged in discussions with Chinese officials, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi, and other key figures in Beijing and Shanghai. The meetings focused on the geopolitical implications of EU-China relations, emphasizing the EU's commitment to dialogue and multilateralism. The delegation urged China to leverage its influence on Russia to advocate for a ceasefire in Ukraine and a peace settlement based on the UN Charter. Concerns over human rights in China were also raised, alongside discussions on trade imbalances and the need for reciprocity in EU-China trade relations.