China Urges EU to Rebalance Mentality Ahead of July Summit as Von der Leyen Calls for Rebalancing Ties and Mutual Solutions

China's Foreign Ministry has urged the European Union to adjust its mentality rather than its trade relations with China, ahead of a scheduled summit between the two parties later this month. Beijing emphasized that the EU needs to rebalance its attitude toward China, stating that what is required is a balanced mentality rather than a focus on balanced trade. In contrast, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has highlighted the importance of rebalancing bilateral ties with China. She stressed that both sides must recognize each other's concerns and work toward genuine solutions, noting that as cooperation between China and Europe has expanded, so too have the imbalances in their relationship.