At the EU-China summit in Beijing, tensions are high. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Council President Antonio Costa face a confident Xi Jinping. Hans von der Burchard analyzes the particularly contentious issues: China’s support for Russia, unfair trade practices, and Europe’s growing technological dependence.
In the 200-second interview: Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann. The FDP MEP discusses how the EU needs to reposition itself towards China and why Europe needs more self-confidence.
Also: Jonathan Martin reports from Washington on the growing pressure on Donald Trump in the Epstein affair. New photos show the US President’s closeness to the convicted sex offender, and even critical questions are coming from his own ranks.
And: Rixa Fürsen takes you to the basement of the Bundestag, where the FDP faction is being dissolved after their exit from parliament—a visit to the Liberals’ “Bermuda Triangle.” Listen to the walk with Daniel Günther here!
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