Last chance saloon: EU presses China for a sign to prove trade talks can work
- Posted on October 7, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
European Union officials are intensifying diplomatic efforts with China to demonstrate genuine commitment to resolving trade disputes. High-level meetings in Beijing will focus on establishing a preliminary agreement framework as evidence that bilateral negotiations can achieve meaningful results. This strategic initiative represents a critical juncture in EU-China commercial relations, with Brussels seeking concrete commitments before pursuing more comprehensive trade arrangements.
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Last chance saloon: EU presses China for a sign to prove trade talks can work
Brussels hopes Chinese commerce ministry will agree to modest ‘proof-of-concept’ arrangement at top-level meetings in Beijing.
