The summit between the two economic superpowers, intended to celebrate 50 years of diplomatic ties, has highlighted the frustrations of the European Union, which faces a €300 billion trade deficit with China.

Beijing and Brussels are marking 50 years of diplomatic relations but one third party is putting a damper on the festivities.

Relationship is at an ‘inflection point’, von der Leyen tells Chinese leader as 25th China-EU summit begins in Beijing.