European Parliament and China's National People's Congress to hold first talks in seven years

The European Parliament and China's National People's Congress will hold their first official talks in seven years on October 16, signaling a thaw in relations. The meeting, approved by the European Conference of Presidents, will involve a Chinese delegation traveling to Brussels. This follows months of efforts to lift mutual restrictions and sanctions. This parliamentary dialogue aims to establish a biannual exchange, with a return visit to Beijing planned for May 2026, marking a significant shift after years of strained relations and sanctions.