Xi Courts Spain Amid US Trade Tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Western nations to foster multilateralism and open cooperation during a meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. This visit, occurring amidst escalating US-China trade tensions, highlights Spain’s pursuit of increased investment and trade with China, particularly in renewable energy and technology sectors. Sánchez emphasized the need for negotiated solutions and cautioned against trade wars, while US officials expressed concern over Spain’s growing ties with China. Spain’s strategic move toward closer relations with China reflects a divergence from some EU members and aims to diversify its markets and secure crucial resources.
John Q. Hosedrinker