On the morning of July 24, President Xi Jinping met with European Council President Costa and European Commission President von der Leyen at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The European leaders were in China to attend the 25th China-EU Summit.
On the morning of July 24, President Xi Jinping met with European Council President Costa and European Commission President von der Leyen at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The European leaders were in China to attend the 25th China-EU Summit.
Great Hall of the People
The Great Hall of the People is a monumental state building located on the western edge of Tiananmen Square in Beijing. Completed in 1959 as one of the “Ten Great Buildings” constructed for the 10th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, it serves as the meeting place for the National People’s Congress and hosts significant political and diplomatic events.
Beijing
Beijing is the capital of China and a major cultural and historical hub, renowned for its ancient imperial architecture. Its history spans over three millennia, serving as the seat of power for the Ming and Qing dynasties. Key landmarks include the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, and the Temple of Heaven, which reflect its profound historical and political significance.
China-EU Summit
The China-EU Summit is not a physical place but a high-level institutional dialogue and meeting platform between the People’s Republic of China and the European Union. It was formally established in 1998 to foster cooperation and discuss matters of mutual interest, including trade, investment, and global challenges. These regular meetings alternate between Beijing and a European host city, serving as a cornerstone for managing the complex and significant bilateral relationship.
