The decision comes amid rising trade tensions between China and the EU, particularly over Brussels’ move to impose tariffs of up to 45 per cent on Chinese-made electric vehicles. 

China imposes tariffs on EU brandy, spares major cognac makers

The European Union has unveiled a project called ''Global Gateway'' that is worth 300 billion euros ($340 billion). The project is being seen as a response to China's Belt and Road strategy.

Eyeing China, EU unveils 'Global Gateway' project worth $340 billion

European nations had long kept Taiwan at arm’s length, wary of provoking Beijing, which opposes contact with the island it claims as its territory. But an unusual flurry of diplomatic activity suggests a subtle shift may be underway in Europe, driven in part by the region’s growing frustration over China’s aggressive posture.

As distrust of China grows, Europe may inch closer to Taiwan

In 2020, China overtook the United States to become the European Union's biggest trading partner, according to data released by the EU statistics agency Eurostat on Monday.

China overtakes US, becomes European Union's biggest trading partner

President Xi while addressing the Communist Party of China (CPC) said that "time and momentum are on our side" even as the country continues to battle the virus.

Time and momentum on our side, asserts Chinese President Xi amid virus

It's not just the media which China wants to censor, it is targeting embassies based in China. It is targeting governments calling for an inquiry. Beijing is targeting any organization that dares to challenge its narrative.

Now, China censors European Union's 'friendship letter'

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