EU tells Xi Jinping that China must show investment deal worthwhile

The European side said Beijing must follow up recent offers to pursue fairer economic policies with more concessions in order for an investment deal to be achieved by year-end

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3 min read Last Updated : Sep 16 2020 | 2:17 AM IST

The European Union stepped up demands on China to open its market further to foreign investors, seeking to keep alive a goal for a far-reaching agreement this year even as disagreements over human right issues could fuel uncertainty.

Topics : European Union | Xi Jinping | China | Angela Merkel

First Published: Sep 16 2020 | 2:17 AM IST

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EU tells Xi Jinping that China must show investment deal worthwhile

The European side said Beijing must follow up recent offers to pursue fairer economic policies with more concessions in order for an investment deal to be achieved by year-end

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