Berlin, Germany – In a new sign of escalating tensions between Berlin and Beijing, the German government announced the postponement of the German Foreign Minister’s visit to China.
Which was scheduled to take place next week,
This comes amid escalating disputes over export restrictions imposed by Germany on certain sensitive technologies.
Diplomatic sources explained that the German decision came after an “atmosphere unsuitable for constructive dialogue.”
Amid growing controversy over Berlin’s policies towards China,
The German restriction also applies to the export of components used in advanced industries.
Especially semiconductors and dual-use technology.
The move sparked angry reactions in Beijing, which described the German measures as “discriminatory and unjustified.”
Warning that it would negatively impact economic relations between the two countries,
It harms the interests of European companies operating in the Chinese market.
This comes amid internal and European pressure to reduce economic dependence on Beijing.
Threatening one of the most vital trade relationships on the international stage.
Observers believe that postponing the visit may be the beginning of
a new phase of diplomatic coldness between the two countries.
Unless efforts are made to quickly contain the crisis through dialogue and mutual understanding.
