EU–China ‘Do No Harm’ Diplomacy: Rare Earth Leverage and Trump-Era Transatlantic Strain
Euronews reports that EU–China relations in early 2026 have shifted into a cautious engagement phase after rare earth export restrictions exposed Europe’s ongoing dependency on Chinese chokepoints. With transatlantic tensions rising under President Trump, EU leaders are pursuing market access in Beijing while avoiding steps that could provoke either Chinese retaliation or US backlash.