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As French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna arrives in Beijing, the China-EU relationship feels like a high-stakes TikTok dance: one step toward cooperation, two steps back on trade disputes. The EU's anti-subsidy probe into Chinese electric vehicles has sparked claims of 'protectionism,' while China's new visa-free policy for travelers from France, Germany, and four other European nations aims to sweeten the deal. But can these moves balance the scales?
Trade Tensions Heat Up
'The EU's probe reflects anxiety over China's EV dominance,' says Prof. Liu Baocheng, highlighting how green tech rivalry is reshaping global markets. Philippe Le Corre adds: 'De-risking isn't decoupling โ but trust is fragile.' Meanwhile, China's retaliatory measures remain a sword of Damocles over EU exporters.
Visa-Free Wave
China's decision to welcome passport holders from six EU countries mirrors K-pop's global charm offensive โ a soft-power play to counter political friction. 'This isn't just about tourism,' notes Prof. Joav Toker. 'It's people-first diplomacy for long-term influence.'
As Colonna's visit unfolds, the billion-euro question remains: Can Brussels and Beijing navigate this Squid Game-level challenge without blowing up economic ties? Stay tuned.
The EU's anti-subsidy probe into Chinese electric vehicles has sparked claims of 'protectionism,' while China's new visa-free policy for travelers from France, Germany, and four other European nations aims to sweeten the deal. But can these moves balance the scales?
Stay tuned.
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