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Reinhardt Butukhofer discusses the complex dynamics of EU-China relations amid global tensions. The conversation covers China's stance on the Ukraine war, its proposed peace plan, and the deteriorating relations with the West. The EU's critical view of China's policies under Xi Jinping is highlighted, along with the challenges of economic dependencies on China. The focus is on de-risking rather than decoupling, emphasizing the need to reduce reliance on China while maintaining economic ties.

What geopolitical context is highlighted at the beginning of the discussion?

• The Middle East peace process

• The US elections

• The Taiwanese President's visit to North America

• The EU's trade agreements with Africa

What is one of the main concerns of European leaders regarding China's involvement in the Ukraine conflict?

• China's environmental policies

• China's trade tariffs

• China providing lethal aid to Russia

• China's economic growth

How does Reinhardt Butukhofer view China's 12-point proposal related to Ukraine?

• As a comprehensive peace plan

• As a strategic economic plan

• As not a genuine peace plan

• As a military strategy

What was a key point in President von der Leyen's speech regarding EU-China relations?

• China's shift from reform to security and control

• China's commitment to environmental issues

• China's technological advancements

• China's cultural exchanges with Europe

What is the European Union's stance on China's support for Russia in the Ukraine conflict?

• It will result in military alliances

• It will be central in defining future relations

• It will lead to increased trade

• It will not affect EU-China relations

What is the realistic approach for Western nations regarding economic ties with China?

• Ignoring economic ties

• De-risking and reducing dependencies

• Increasing dependencies

• Complete decoupling

What lesson did Europe learn from its dependency on Russian fossil energy?

• To reduce dependencies on any single country

• To focus solely on renewable energy

• To form military alliances with Russia

• To increase trade with Russia