Energy cooperation builds new momentum in Europe-China ties

Marking the 50th anniversary of China-EU diplomatic relations in 2025, Bernardo Mendia, Secretary General of the Portugal-China Chamber of Commerce and Industry, told China News Network in an exclusive interview that Portugal and China have forged a successful partnership in wind, solar, and ocean-related sectors, with bilateral trade exceeding USD 9.2 billion in 2024.

In an exclusive interview with China News Network, Bernardo Mendia, Secretary General of the Portugal-China Chamber of Commerce and Industry, discussed the evolving relationship between the two countries. He noted that Portugal and China have built a solid collaboration in wind, solar, and ocean-related industries. This partnership has driven robust bilateral trade growth, exceeding USD 9.2 billion in 2024.

Mendia added that China is shifting from low-cost exports to high-tech, high-quality products. To foster a more balanced relationship, Chinese companies are investing in factories in Europe. Meanwhile, Portugal seeks investments, technology transfers, and job creation for mutual benefit. (Chen Tianhao)

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Xi Jinping and Emmanuel Macron shake hands during bilateral talks in Beijing, symbolizing deepened China-France relations.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron held talks in Beijing on December 4, agreeing to enhance political trust and expand cooperation across multiple sectors. The meeting marks Macron's fourth state visit to China since taking office in 2017.

At COP30 in Belém, Brazil, China positioned itself as a green economy leader, proposing to cut emissions by 7-10% by 2035. The country dominates global production of clean technologies like solar panels and electric vehicles, despite being the top CO₂ emitter due to coal plants.

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China is intensifying bilateral diplomacy to ease trade tensions with the EU, offering market access, visa facilitations, and symbolic gestures to select member states. Even as ties with Brussels sour, Beijing courts European governments aggressively. Examples include aircraft orders in France and reopened beef and pork markets for Ireland and Spain.

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal defended the newly concluded India-EU free trade agreement against domestic criticism, emphasizing its benefits for economic growth. The deal addresses key issues like carbon tariffs and mobility for professionals. However, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed disappointment, accusing Europe of prioritizing trade over support for Ukraine.

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The European Union and India have finalized a free trade agreement, a security and defence partnership, a mobility framework, and a strategic agenda for 2030. These pacts address longstanding negotiation challenges and aim to foster economic and strategic ties. In a volatile global landscape, they offer mutual stability and growth opportunities.

In Addis Ababa, Ethiopian Electric Power has signed a cooperation agreement with China's Power Grid Company for energy service delivery. The pact covers power generation and distribution systems, smart grid operations, and AI-driven predictive maintenance. It also aims to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure and enhance customer services.

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After witnessing the effects of a tumultuous trade war with the United States this year, China's top leaders have issued a directive to fortify the domestic economy against persistent or even heightened trade frictions. Analysts see the leadership's language after the central economic work conference as an admission that trade tensions are expected to endure and expand beyond the US, including to partners like the European Union.

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