The European Union and China have reached a new trade and investment agreement aimed at stabilizing economic relations amid growing tensions. Critics argue the deal primarily serves as a temporary measure to buy time rather than resolve deeper structural challenges. While both sides emphasize cooperation, analysts question whether the agreement will address long-standing disputes over market access and technological competition. The pact highlights the delicate balance between economic interdependence and geopolitical rivalry in global trade.
The EU-China trade and investment understanding: a welcome buying of time Bruegel
