Trade, Climate Change in Focus at EU-China Summit

The EU-China Summit in Brussels is significant due to recent G7 outcomes and the realignment of EU-US relations. Key topics include trade, market economy status, and market access. China seeks fair access to European markets, while the EU pressures China for reforms. Climate change and globalization are areas of rhetorical alignment, with a joint statement expected. Geopolitical issues like North Korea and the South China Sea will also be discussed.

What is one of the main reasons the EU-China Summit is considered significant this year?

• The alignment of China and the EU on trade and climate change

• The expansion of the EU to include new member states

• The introduction of new trade tariffs by the EU

• The withdrawal of the US from the Paris Agreement

What is one of China's main priorities at the EU-China Summit?

• To establish a new trade agreement with the US

• To increase military presence in Europe

• To gain market economy status

• To reduce tariffs on European goods

What concern do European companies have regarding their access to the Chinese market?

• They have too much access to Chinese sectors

• They are not getting enough access compared to Chinese firms in Europe

• They are required to pay higher taxes

• They are forced to partner with Chinese companies

What joint statement is expected to be released at the end of the summit?

• A statement on the South China Sea

• A statement on the Paris climate change accord

• A statement on military cooperation

• A statement on new trade tariffs

What additional topics are likely to be discussed at the summit?

• The expansion of the EU

• The US-China trade war

• North Korea and the South China Sea

• The Brexit negotiations