Chinese President Xi Jinping met with European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Beijing this week, sparking optimism among Spanish residents about the future of China-EU relations. The high-stakes talks at the 25th China-EU Summit focused on deepening economic and cultural collaboration—a vision shared by locals in Madrid.
🗣️ "We’re seeing progress, but there’s so much more to unlock," said Elias, a Madrid resident interviewed by CGTN Stringer. His sentiment echoed others who highlighted opportunities in green energy, tech innovation, and cultural exchanges. One young entrepreneur joked, "Imagine a K-pop and flamenco collab—but for trade deals!" 💃🌱
While challenges like trade imbalances remain, the summit’s focus on dialogue over division resonated globally. Analysts compare the partnership to a high-stakes group project where everyone brings unique strengths—think China’s manufacturing muscle meets Europe’s sustainability savvy. 📈♻️
For students and young professionals, stronger ties could mean more exchange programs and job opportunities. As one Madrid university student put it: "It’s not just politics—it’s about building bridges we can actually walk on." 🌉✨
