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China Urges Spain to Strengthen Trade Ties Amid Tensions

4/9/2025

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Sanchez Strengthens Trade Relations

During Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's visit, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian praised Spain's pivotal role in alleviating US-China trade tensions. He underscored Spain's significance as a major EU economy and urged for strengthened collaboration to promote free trade and stabilize global supply chains, fostering deeper China-Europe relations amidst ongoing trade disputes.

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Sanchez Boosts Trade

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez embarks on a historic journey to Vietnam and China, aiming to strengthen Spain's exports and lure green technology investments. This pivotal trip, the first of its kind for a Spanish leader to Vietnam, addresses the pressing trade imbalance with China, Spain's fourth-largest trading partner, amidst escalating US tariffs impacting global trade.

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Sanchez Strengthens Trade Relations

During Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's visit, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian praised Spain's pivotal role in alleviating US-China trade tensions. He underscored Spain's significance as a major EU economy and urged for strengthened collaboration to promote free trade and stabilize global supply chains, fostering deeper China-Europe relations amidst ongoing trade disputes.

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