BEIJING (Reuters) -China is a “critical partner” to Europe with a range of shared interests, state news agency Xinhua said in a commentary piece, downplaying Beijing’s rivalry with the European Union bloc hours before a key summit between leaders of both sides on Thursday. “As the international landscape grows increasingly fraught, the anniversary offers a timely reminder: China is a critical partner to Europe, not a systemic rival,” Xinhua wrote, underscoring the conciliatory tone China appeared to be willing to take during the summit if the EU corresponded.Read More
