Xi Jinping's European Tour Set Amid Rising EU-China Tensions

Xi Jinping to visit France, Hungary, and Serbia as EU escalates trade scrutiny and anti-subsidy measures against China.

Xi Jinping's first European visit in five years includes strategic stops in Paris, Budapest, and Belgrade, coinciding with EU's heightened trade investigations.
EU's impending tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles highlight escalating economic disputes, with potential implications for bilateral trade relations.
In Paris, Xi will face tough discussions with EU leaders, focusing on trade practices and geopolitical issues, including China's stance on Ukraine and Taiwan.
China's deepening ties with Hungary and symbolic visit to Serbia reflect its strategic interests in maintaining influence within certain EU segments.
Recent EU actions, including raids on Chinese firms and new trade probes, signify a tougher stance on economic security and foreign policy alignment.