Xi Jinping's Strategic European Tour Aims to Strengthen Bilateral Ties Amid EU Tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visits to France, Hungary, and Serbia underscore his diplomatic push to foster individual alliances over collective European policies.

Overview

Xi emphasizes the benefits of bilateral relations with individual EU countries, distancing from broader EU criticisms of China's policies.
In France, Xi engages in symbolic diplomacy with Macron, offering minimal concessions on trade and Russia's support.
Xi's visit to Serbia marks historical grievances, reinforcing China's stance against NATO's past actions and promoting a multipolar world vision.
Hungary's strategic importance highlighted as Xi secures investments and support against EU's collective stance on China.
European leaders express mixed reactions, balancing national interests with collective EU policies towards China's global influence.