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WorldWhy Spain’s growing closeness to China is angering parts of the EU

Spain is deepening ties with China under Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, while Chinese investment in the country grows. Some European partners see Beijing as a strategic competitor and worry about trade imbalances, security and data risks. The article says doubts about US reliability are prompting EU countries to pursue their own partnerships, making a common European position harder to sustain.

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BBBC Chinese★★★★☆2026-10-02 05:09Original

Why Spain’s growing closeness to China is angering parts of the EU
Why Spain’s growing closeness to China is angering parts of the EUWorld