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flag Germany delays foreign minister’s China trip amid rising tensions over trade, Taiwan, and Ukraine.

flag German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has postponed his trip to China after Beijing confirmed only a single meeting with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, reflecting escalating tensions. flag The delay follows disputes over China’s export controls on rare earths and semiconductors, criticism of Germany’s Taiwan stance, and concerns over China’s support for Russia’s war in Ukraine. flag While the European Commission continues high-level talks with China, the diplomatic pause underscores growing European scrutiny of Beijing’s global role despite ongoing economic and technological engagement.

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