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A joint statement, a steady signal for China-Germany Ties

By Jessica Durdu

A joint statement, a steady signal for China-Germany Ties

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's first official visit to China comes at a time when global economic and political landscapes are undergoing profound recalibration. Amid growing discussions in Europe about strategic autonomy and de-risking, the joint statement released after his meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Chinese Premier Li Qiang offers important insight into how two major economic powers are balancing structural caution with sustained cooperation.

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