China Urges EU to Rebalance Attitude, Reaffirms Normalization of Ties Ahead of July 2025 Summit

China's Foreign Ministry has urged the European Union to adjust its attitude rather than its trade relations with China, emphasizing the need for a balanced mentality from the EU side. This call came ahead of a scheduled summit between China and the EU in July 2025. Beijing stressed that the focus should not be on rebalancing economic ties but on addressing the EU's approach and mindset toward the relationship. In the lead-up to the summit, China reaffirmed the normalization of its ties with the European Union, signaling a commitment to stable and constructive engagement between the two parties.