EU chief says ties with China at 'inflection point'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated at a summit in Beijing that EU-China relations have reached an "inflection point," highlighting the imbalances in their cooperation, including the EU's trade deficit with China. Von der Leyen also stressed the importance of managing differences and finding real solutions in the relationship, while Xi Jinping urged mutual trust and emphasized the need to avoid barriers and decoupling. The EU and China are grappling with tensions related to the Russia-Ukraine war, which has added strain to their already fragile relations, with both sides expressing concerns and seeking a way forward.