Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to France marks a significant diplomatic engagement, with discussions focused on trade tensions, Russia's war in Ukraine, and the upcoming Paris Olympics. During his visit, Xi met with French President Emmanuel Macron and EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, where they pressed for balanced trade and addressed geopolitical concerns. Macron also hosted Xi in the Pyrenees, emphasizing personal diplomacy. Additionally, Xi's visit coincides with the 60th anniversary of China-France diplomatic relations, highlighted by Xi's article in Le Figaro and his broader European tour including Hungary and Serbia. Macron's call for an Olympic truce was also a key topic.
Xi's Europe tour aims to drive wedge in region's hardening China stance https://t.co/BKz9R6rCuf
China, France issue joint statement on agricultural exchanges, cooperation #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/BkfAOPXHY3
China, France issue joint statement on deepening marine cooperation #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/ewMHA23KsJ
Against headwinds, Xi-Macron meeting injects impetus to bilateral ties #CGTNOpinion #CGTNFirstVoice #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/o0uUZqiIia
Emmanuel Macron takes Chinese president Xi Jinping on a trip to the mountains where he spent his childhood holidays, offering him cheese and armagnac https://t.co/0NEodRHs7M
Chinese leader Xi visits the French Pyrenees in a personal gesture by Macron https://t.co/dV8fZOR9M4
My take on Xi’s visit to Europe https://t.co/KKtviE9aN5
President Xi was invited by President Macron on a visit to Hautes-Pyrenees, a place with special significance to his childhood years. https://t.co/yBlKMoRMiR
Trade, Russia, Middle East on the table as Xi, Macron lunch in the Pyrenees https://t.co/Ddtc7FV6eb
Chinese leader #XiJinping’s visit to Paris has set off a series of diplomatic maneuvers, highlighting shifting dynamics between China and the #EuropeanUnion. Against a backdrop of mounting trade tensions and concerns over China’s military support to Russia.https://t.co/154IlNmplz
France's Pres. Macron is hosting China's Pres. Xi at a remote mountain pass in the Pyrenees on Tuesday for private meetings after a high-stakes state visit in Paris was dominated by trade disputes and Russia’s war in Ukraine. https://t.co/HXcwgYh1e0
Chinese President Xi Jinping bristled as the leaders of France and the European Commission urged him to do more to curtail the transfer of dual-use materials to Russia that are finding their way onto the battlefield in Ukraine. https://t.co/We3IQ1uI82
#France's President is hosting #China's Leader at a remote mountain pass in the Pyrenees on May 7 for private meetings after a high-stakes state visit in Paris dominated by trade disputes and Russia's war in Ukraine. https://t.co/WYQmfurplH
China-France cooperation: Jointly ushering in a new era #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 #CGTNOpinion https://t.co/qfTlXPfXKe
#CGTNGraphics: China, France witness growing educational exchanges #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/V8FNPmG8KU
Full text of #XiJinping's signed article published in Serbian media #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/7aRwUgFHFD
France’s Macron hopes to secure trade concessions during meeting with China’s Xi in Pyrenees mountains https://t.co/C1qFApjQpW
Explore French vibes in the heart of Beijing #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/FwhuAxxVau
Chinese President #XiJinping: China ready to develop ties with all on basis of mutual respect #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/AprUXK4Vfd
#CGTNGraphics: A decade of China-France trade cooperation #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/nBLVz3WsT1
⚠️ MACRON SEEKS TO CHARM XI INTO TRADE CONCESSIONS IN PYRENEES JAUNT Full Story → https://t.co/xohJlCeQOr French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping in the Pyrenees mountains on Tuesday, for the second day of a trip during which Xi showed little…
China, France uphold independence, cherish symbiotic economic ties #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/Hct27k8A6B
VLOG: A closer look at the welcome ceremony at Les Invalides #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/RBXE9SabBH
China-France relations: A historic journey #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/GaBG2qO1rA
VLOG: The closing ceremony of China-France Business Council meeting #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/tLLvHlDmus
Watch: Join CGTN to explore the dynamic economic partnership between China and France #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/pGWSzfboWM
#OpinionLine This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of China-France diplomatic ties. Over the past decades, #China and #France have enjoyed close cooperation in a wide range of areas including trade, and have made a series of pioneering achievements.… https://t.co/O60TqP9z7i
Full text of #XiJinping's remarks at the joint meeting with the press with French President Emmanuel Macron #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/2JgEvxuCug
As #China and #France celebrate 60 years of diplomatic ties this year, President Xi Jinping is making his third state visit to the European country. All eyes will be on him, to see how this enthusiast for French culture will bring the two great civilizations of the East and the… https://t.co/cftQmrdLo4
Chinese President Xi Jinping was treated to a state banquet at the Élysée Palace on Monday. But French hospitality hasn’t appeared to resolve tensions over trade or win Beijing’s commitment to take a tougher line on Russia. https://t.co/240qT7Kzp8
Watch: #TheHype China-France cultural encounters – A global perspective #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/tOg95ehiL0
French President Emmanuel Macron held talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Monday that focused on trade disputes - including lifting immediate tariff threats on Cognac exports - and Ukraine-related diplomatic efforts. https://t.co/3lV8ujR4Be
Macron offers Xi a taste of French hospitality at state dinner https://t.co/NFXS1pMtYe
French President Emmanuel Macron and EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen urged Chinese President Xi Jinping to ensure more balanced trade with Europe, but the Chinese leader showed little sign of being ready to offer major concessions https://t.co/Oznm8aFPzY https://t.co/ciYWUZC6sh
Chinese President #XiJinping gives French President Emmanuel Macron special gift https://t.co/G9vGo3gQAO
French President #EmmanuelMacron and EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen pressed #XiJinping at a summit in Paris on May 6 to use Beijing's influence to halt the Russian war against Ukraine. https://t.co/IuqHgv3rOi
Xi to Macron: Beijing and Paris must avoid a new cold war THE FRENCH PRESIDENT: WE HAVE NO AMBITION TO QUESTION CHINA'S RELATIONS WITH RUSSIA The Chinese leader emphasized: We will support only that international peace conference that will be recognized by Russia and Ukraine,… https://t.co/wr8KXY5I6r
President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron reached key consensuses on ensuring the strategic stability of bilateral relations, tapping into the potential for win-win cooperation and building up people-to-people exchanges during their talks at the Elysee Palace on… https://t.co/rpYisRQM90
President Xi Jinping of China, on a visit to France, spoke out against criticism of his country for its relationship with Russia during the war in Ukraine https://t.co/CIMf1HKMAS
Chinese President #XiJinping says China is willing to launch an initiative with France for a worldwide truce during the Paris Olympics #ChinaFrance60 https://t.co/JAayPaAS7B
"Xi Jinping visits a ‘Sinosceptic’ Europe" (@TheHillOpinion) https://t.co/OUahmxUaUQ
Xi Jinping sought help from Emmanuel Macron to ensure there's no "new Cold War" https://t.co/9SP3DFnyW2
"We are not at war with Russia or the Russian people, and we have no desire to change the regime in Moscow," stated Macron. China’s Xi Jinping made a rare trip to Paris this week. https://t.co/XRARFk1mmY
Xi and Macron find common ground in Paris despite trade tensions https://t.co/OE8LVYuVtW
At a joint press conference in Paris, Chinese President Xi and French President Macron called for a worldwide "truce for all theaters of war" during the Olympic Games that start in late July (translations via AP) https://t.co/7M3mL5pgtQ https://t.co/5uqbL1ZeoI
President Xi Jinping on Monday attended a welcome banquet held by French President Emmanuel Macron. #XiJinping https://t.co/zzIR8DOcy2 https://t.co/uAvkSgSMV0
China's Xi backs Macron call for global Olympic truce https://t.co/T5dqhFVo69
President Xi pointed out that this year marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France. In traditional Chinese calendar, the 60th year represents the completion of a cycle. This is a year to look back at the past and usher in the future. For 60… https://t.co/ARaSRg6nKC
China, together with France, will take the Paris Olympic Games as an opportunity to call for a global cessation of hostilities during the Games. https://t.co/uRzjnI8cpp
Macron called on Xi Jinping to ensure the Olympic truce for all theaters of war We are not at war with Russia or the Russian people, and we have no desire for regime change in Moscow - Macron China supports holding a peace conference on Ukraine, which will be approved by… https://t.co/KHve9vqkLE
Xi Jinping's meeting with President Macron comes as the PRC is helping Vladimir Putin wage his illegal war against Ukraine. I hope President Macron holds Xi to task for aiding Russia during these talks. https://t.co/oRdyfBToBi
Statements by French President Macron after meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Paris: “We are not in a state of war with Russia or the Russian people” “We have no desire for regime change in Moscow” “We are at a historic turning point, with threats at unprecedented levels… https://t.co/xIiTn0ZXeo
President Xi’s state visit to Paris is underway, where he is making the case for greater Sino-French cooperation amid concerns of the EU’s "de-risking” strategy. For context on how Chinese scholars are assessing relations with Europe, check out our “sino-eu relations” tag:
Macron, von der Leyen press China's Xi on trade in Paris talks https://t.co/oQbpcbZK5T https://t.co/NMCkixHkN3
Xi Jinping has confirmed that he supports the idea of an Olympic truce during the Paris Games.
Macron, at a briefing with the Chinese President in Paris, called on Xi Jinping to ensure the Olympic truce for all theaters of military operations https://t.co/AkG4XOe2kR
Chinese President Xi Jinping begins charm offensive in Europe amid growing uncertainty about future U.S. support for allies. https://t.co/kDCcbfOHcI
We are not at war with Russia or the Russian people, and we have no desire for regime change in Moscow - Macron https://t.co/96wtylEoT3
CHINA'S XI CALLS FOR A GLOBAL TRUCE DURING THE PARIS OYMPICS
President #XiJinping escorted to Elysee Palace by cavalrymen and motorcade #ChinaFrance60 https://t.co/jyrRtI83t4
CMG hosts celebration for 60th anniversary of China-France diplomatic ties #ChinaFrance60 https://t.co/uGGzwy4gvB
China President Xi's European charm offensive turns to trade and "fair competition" as he meets with France's Macron. https://t.co/505wmCvI76
As Chinese leader Xi Jinping visits, Serbia and Hungary's ties with Beijing highlight how it is helping transform a corner of Europe when much of the continent now views it as a strategic rival. https://t.co/RZde9kwyMj
EU leaders push China on Russia and trade on Xi’s French tour https://t.co/JewNpSNQdi
Xi Jinping arriving at the Elysee Palace for second leg of talks, this time just with President Macron. We hear that earlier today Xi gave assurances on no weapons exports to Russia & tighter controls on dual-use exports https://t.co/rTGIjqLaNL
Friendly exchanges between #XiJinping and Macron over the years #ChinaFrance60 https://t.co/e7Tfd9cNiB
🇨🇳XI TO MACRON: WE'LL HELP WITH UKRAINE...YOU STOP THREATENING OUR ECONOMY 🇫🇷MACRON: SURE, SURE. Xi: "China, France, and the EU should jointly counter the escalation in Ukraine and create conditions for peaceful negotiations. China and Europe should adhere to the positioning… https://t.co/D32tvT6WTW https://t.co/wzB0ezHCE8
On the Ukraine crisis, President Xi pointed out that China, France and the EU all wish to see an early ceasefire and return of peace in Europe, and support political settlement of the crisis. We need to jointly oppose spillover and escalation of the fighting, create conditions…
Crucial meeting in Paris at Elysee Palace: Emmanuel Macron and Xi Jinping… (with uninvited guest, Von der Leyen). EU-China relations can be the game changer, since the US is determined to view China as an enemy. https://t.co/FJukqagZna
#XiJinping holds trilateral meeting with Macron, von der Leyen #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/6IFILed7hM
#OpinionLine This year marks the beginning of a new 60-year cycle of friendly relations between #France and #China. https://t.co/oaExb7YBfU
Xi Jinping's European tour is one of the main topics in the world media. New York Times: China's leader seems determined to seize the opportunity to loosen Europe's ties to the United States and create a world free of American dominance. https://t.co/QBvBaFh1aC
Xi and Macron meet to confront trade tensions https://t.co/P3hzPl77cg via @WHorobin https://t.co/e65DoN5nnM
This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of Sino-French diplomatic relations. Join us as we uncover the rich heritage and intricate connections that have woven the narratives of China and #France over centuries. https://t.co/bi4W0o1xa7
🇫🇷MACRON TO XI: LET'S TALK MONEY AND WAR 🇨🇳XI: MY TWO FAVORITE TOPICS... Macron: "We will discuss commercial issues, markets, fair competition, investments, and development. And the crises in Ukraine and the Middle East." https://t.co/sH11ueg80h
Xi Jinping and Emmanuel Macron are set to confront trade tensions between China and Europe this week in Paris and the Pyrenees https://t.co/DBcuzFWvf3
EU'S VON DER LEYEN: HAD OPEN AND HONEST EXCHANGE WITH CHINA'S XI EU'S VON DER LEYEN: COUNTING ON CHINA TO INFLUENCE RUSSIA TO END AGGRESSION ON UKRAINE EU'S VON DER LEYEN: COUNTING ON CHINA TO INFLUENCE RUSSIA TO DE-ESCALATE NUCLEAR THREAT REGARDING UKRAINE
France’s Macron, EU’s Von der Leyen press China’s Xi on trade during talks in Paris https://t.co/tK5WPDk7Xt
Macron urges coordination with China on Ukraine and 'major crises' at Paris summit ➡️ https://t.co/WYgMW1FUQM https://t.co/NQghJ9b06c
Chinese President Xi is on a mission to Europe to ease disputes over Russia and trade https://t.co/eb33EflGvp
A celebration of French and Chinese rural cultures #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 #CountrysideSymphony https://t.co/wWmX4wdLCJ
Tough talks ahead as China's Xi Jinping touches down in Paris for European trip Read more 👇 https://t.co/qoeh85K7TU
PARIS -CHINA'S PRESIDENT XI: CHINA, EU SHOULD STAY COMMITTED TO PARTNERSHIP
PARIS -CHINA'S PRESIDENT XI: CHINA ALWAYS SEE RELATIONS WITH EUROPE FROM STRATEGIC AND LONG-TERM PERSPECTIVE
PARIS -CHINA'S PRESIDENT XI: CHINA REGARDS EUROPE AS PRIORITY OF ITS FOREIGN POLICY
CHINA’S PRESIDENT XI: CHINA REGARDS EUROPE AS A FOREIGN POLICY PRIORITY - XINHUA.
FRANCE’S PRESIDENT MACRON TELLS CHINA’S PRESIDENT XI: THE INTERNATIONAL SITUATION MAKES EU-CHINA DIALOGUE MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER.
FRENCH PRESIDENT MACRON TELLS XI: INTERNATIONAL SITUATION MAKES EU-CHINA DIALOGUE MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER
REUTERS TV: FRENCH PRESIDENT MACRON SHAKES HANDS WITH CHINESE PRESIDENT XI
China-France leadership interaction preludes new chapter of friendship #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 #FirstVoice https://t.co/husni93ZWp
President Xi Jinping's state visit to France "will be the climax of a series of events celebrating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of China-France diplomatic relations", said Chinese Ambassador to France Lu Shaye. #XiJinping https://t.co/ytqdumEebm https://t.co/h9CoKlv4d6
Chinese president Xi Jinping kicked off his Europe trip amid a time of global tensions. What issues will be on the table? #XiJinping #China #Europe #France https://t.co/rWXghyjqGh
Trade and Russia's war with Ukraine are on the agenda in Xi Jinping’s talks with France's Emmanuel Macron and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen, on the Chinese president’s first visit to the region in five years https://t.co/roa5L136YV
Xi Jinping and Emmanuel Macron to hold talks with trade tensions on agenda https://t.co/TcgqUFn740
Europe live: China’s Xi arrives in Paris with trade and Ukraine on agenda https://t.co/OgdMKq2i2e
🇨🇳🇫🇷🇪🇺Xi Jinping will visit Macron and Ursula Von Der Leyen in Paris.-CCTV #China #France #EU https://t.co/mfI53mpGig
CHINA XI TO MEET MACRON AND URSULA VON DER LEYEN IN PARIS: CCTV
#French #President #EmmanuelMacron seeks to sway #China's #XiJinping on #Ukraine https://t.co/ulYXo5Po5u
French President Emmanuel Macron was on Monday set to warn Chinese leader Xi Jinping against backing Russia in the conflict over Ukraine but also seek to enlist his help in finding an end to the war. https://t.co/jXi9xJSQss
Xi Jinping's tour of Europe is one of the main topics in the world media New York Times: China's leader appears determined to seize the opportunity to loosen Europe's ties to the United States and create a world free of American dominance. South China Morning Post: The Chinese… https://t.co/OlnQ8s9eow
Macron hosts Xi as Europe-China trade tensions loom large https://t.co/AIjX8XlnYG via @SamyAdghirni @KevinWhitelaw1 https://t.co/6FYtLWiNph
A bridge of communication: China, France open new vistas for ties #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/p8RMZl5qyl
With President Xi Jinping's state visit to France to commemorate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France, Nicolas Idier, inspector general for Chinese language teaching at the French Ministry of National Education, has highlighted the crucial role of… https://t.co/ERAKQok35g
China and France: 60 Years on with Camille Grandaty #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 #ChinaTalk https://t.co/AauMhlUjVn
Trade tensions are front and center during Xi Jinping’s two-day state visit to France. Read the Brussels Edition https://t.co/FetkCLANzV
Macron and Xi to arm-wrestle over EU-China trade tensions https://t.co/OZE07Uqj5L
"China’s Xi Shouldn’t Expect an Easy Ride in Europe This Time—France’s Macron is expected to confront the Chinese leader during a visit this week" @NBisserbe @laurnorman @austinramzy @tggrove @BBWSJ @SMeichtry https://t.co/c2aEgkaWiE https://t.co/c2aEgkaWiE
Xi Jinping Kicks Of First European Tour In Years As Global Tensions Rise https://t.co/2n5g3uyaut
Europe tends to tread lightly with China, Chinese leader Xi's first trip in five years could go differently. French President Macron has cast Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which Beijing has tacitly backed, and China’s trade practices as existential threats https://t.co/Z4mvvwh6qe
Cayol: Art connects China and France #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 #ChinaTalk https://t.co/vtE9xTsSar
#OpinionLine What will make Chinese-French exchanges even more lively and meaningful today is a focus on common, global challenges. #China #France https://t.co/bzWRvKq9lT
Xi's trip to Europe may lay bare West's divisions over China strategy w/ @MichelReuters https://t.co/itXz1eXMGa
Macron "believes that Chinese leverage in bringing an end to the war in Ukraine is critical." But "the issue...is that China has shown little or no inclination to do so." Xi Jinping has embraced a "no limits" partnership with Putin. https://t.co/pLwJqw4eZI
EU chief will urge 'fair' China competition in Paris talks with Xi ➡️ https://t.co/4NtEKmQGOZ https://t.co/hm4jaHDtZa
Face to face: Discover laid-back cities in China and France #ChinaFrance60 #ChinaEurope2024 https://t.co/gxSvULGHNT
Chinese President Xi Jinping said in his signed article published in French media Le Figaro on Sunday that he will visit France bringing with him three messages from China. #China will work with #France to carry forward the spirit that guided the establishment of their… https://t.co/LyevaRGd9j
Chinese President Xi Jinping kicked off a three-country trip to Europe on Sunday https://t.co/2BTrRs3y3j
Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Sunday that he hopes #China and #France will light up their way forward with the torch of history, open a brighter future of China-France relations and make new contributions to world peace, stability and development. Xi made the remarks in a… https://t.co/RLu9HqqLhS
FRENCH PRESIDENT MACRON HOSTS CHINESE PRESIDENT XI JINPING IN PARIS, EMPHASIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTAINING STABILITY IN EUROPE AMID CONCERNS OVER RUSSIA'S CONFLICT IN UKRAINE - SOURCES
🇨🇳 Xi Jinping: China is looking for ways to resolve the Ukrainian conflict " We hope that peace and stability will soon return to Europe and we intend to work with France and the entire international community to find a way to resolve the crisis ," Xi said in a column for the… https://t.co/Rz5P0JnZnY
#XiJinping is preparing to visit #Europe. Beginning with Paris, he also has plans to visit Hungary and Serbia. Author and former diplomat @roger_garside talks to NTD about the significance of the trip, and what the communist regime leader hopes to achieve. https://t.co/PJoi09T3Nx
With Xi Jinping’s trip to Europe—which includes stops in France, Serbia, and Hungary—the Chinese leader is hoping to mend ties over the Russia-Ukraine war and blunt Europe’s push to “de-risk” from his country, FP’s @christinafei writes. https://t.co/aZsLLxJwbP
President Xi Jinping said that China will open even wider to the world and deepen cooperation with France and all other countries as he kicked off a state visit to the European country on Sunday. #XiJinping https://t.co/jNgoMjRALC
A signed article by President Xi Jinping titled "Carrying Forward the Spirit that Guided the Establishment of China-France Diplomatic Relations, Working Together for Global Peace and Development" was published Sunday in French media Le Figaro. #XiJinping https://t.co/gWZBf2IKj4 https://t.co/tGnmHnaTyf
Apparently, Macron will take Xi Jinping to the Pyrenees mountains in south of France, bordering Spain. That’s a clever way to make deals! Beautiful mountains, lakes and historic castles to put Xi in a good mood. 😀 https://t.co/WRFJ48kXTF
Apparently, Macron will take Xi Jinping to the Pyrenees mountains that in south of France, bordering Spain. That’s a clever way to make deals! Beautiful mountains, lakes and historic castles to put Xi in a good mood. 😀 https://t.co/k46CPyo54F
China's Xi Jinping arrives in France. By including Putin's allies Hungary and Serbia, Xi is sending a clear message that could divide Western allies https://t.co/0IxAkpzrhN