Xi Jinping’s Visit to France: Navigating Geopolitical Tensions | WPN World People News

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Paris on the afternoon of the 5th, embarking on a state visit to France. This marks Xi’s return to Europe after a five-year absence. One of the critical objectives of this visit is to break down the joint European and American resistance and ease the economic and trade tensions with the European Union regarding electric vehicle subsidies.

Regarding Sino-French relations, French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the need to consider Europe’s strategic interests when determining the extent to which it should open its markets to China. He advocated for building an economic relationship based on mutual benefit.

France’s stance leans toward maintaining relationships with both the United States and China, rather than allowing either side to dominate its relations.

However, an editorial in the French newspaper “Le Monde” analyzed Xi Jinping’s intentions as potentially undermining transatlantic relations. Macron should not harbor illusions about Xi; while dialogue with China is necessary, treating Xi as a friend may not be prudent.