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Spain's Sánchez Eyes Deeper Ties with China Amid US Tensions

2/4/2026

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plans to visit China later this year to strengthen ties amid tensions with United States.
The trip could mark Sánchez's fourth visit to China in four years, signaling annual engagement.
Miguel Otero-Iglesias of the Elcano Royal Institute notes Sánchez's commitment to deepen ties with China.
Diplomatic relations began in 1973, and Spain and China have stayed engaged despite EU tensions over Ukraine and trade.

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plans to visit China later this year to strengthen ties amid tensions with United States.
The trip could mark Sánchez's fourth visit to China in four years, signaling annual engagement.
Miguel Otero-Iglesias of the Elcano Royal Institute notes Sánchez's commitment to deepen ties with China.
Diplomatic relations began in 1973, and Spain and China have stayed engaged despite EU tensions over Ukraine and trade.