Spanish Prime Minister Visits China Amid Trade Dispute

Published on September 9, 2024

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called for a “fair trade order” on Monday during a visit to China aimed at boosting ties with the economic giant despite a standoff between the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the European Union (EU). Sánchez arrived in China on Sunday. He held talks with Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang and the head of the ceremonial legislature, Zhao Leji, before meeting CCP leader Xi Jinping on Monday. He will also attend a business forum for Spanish and Chinese companies on Monday. On Tuesday, Sánchez will attend other business events and the inauguration of a Cervantes Institute, a center that promotes Spanish language and culture, before leaving on Wednesday....

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