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Spain and China Seal Trade-Focused Accords as Royal State Visit Concludes

Felipe VI closed the trip by reaffirming Spain’s commitment to democracy and human rights.

Overview

  • Both sides signed about ten agreements, including an MoU to create a joint economic commission as a single window for fixing market‑access barriers, with no operational details disclosed.
  • Xi Jinping called for a firmer and more dynamic Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and presented the ties as a constructive example.
  • Beijing extended rare personal courtesies to the royals with a private dinner at Zhongnanhai and accommodation at Diaoyutai.
  • The program featured an official welcome at the Great Hall of the People, a state gala, and a Teatro Real concert attended by the two couples.
  • The agenda prioritized trade and reciprocity through business forums and site visits, with Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo and Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares joining the talks in Beijing.