Sanchez Defends China Visit Amidst US Trade Tensions
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited China, his second stop on an Asian tour, amidst US-China trade tensions. His trip follows a US warning against closer ties with Beijing. While Spain's trade with China is heavily imbalanced in China's favor (€45 billion in imports vs. €7.4 billion in exports in 2024), both countries aim to strengthen ties in key sectors. China defended Sánchez's visit, countering US criticism of its trade practices. Spain's government insists on expanding trade relations with China.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited China, his second stop on an Asian tour, amidst US-China trade tensions. His trip follows a US warning against closer ties with Beijing. While Spain's trade with China is heavily imbalanced in China's favor (€45 billion in imports vs. €7.4 billion in exports in 2024), both countries aim to strengthen ties in key sectors. China defended Sánchez's visit, countering US criticism of its trade practices. Spain's government insists on expanding trade relations with China.
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