Reported 8 months ago
In a policy dialogue in Beijing, German Vice Chancellor and Minister of Economic Affairs Robert Habeck directly criticized China for continuing to provide assistance to Russia after the Ukraine-Russia conflict, posing a threat to Germany and Europe's security interests and significantly deteriorating relations between Europe and mainland China. This stance by China supporting Russia's aggressive actions has led to a decrease in Europe's import reliance on raw materials from mainland China, potentially causing a negative economic impact internally. As tensions in EU-China trade continue to escalate, Habeck emphasized the need for Germany to 'update' its policies towards China through long-term strategic planning to address geopolitical and trade challenges. Additionally, Polish President Duda's five-day state visit to Beijing signals Poland's clear support for NATO defense policies and a strong response against Russia's aggressive behavior in the context of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, suggesting China's pro-Russian position is further complicating its diplomatic relations with Europe.
Source: YAHOO