Scholz and Xi discuss trade and Ukraine at G20 summit in Rio
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro to discuss economic relations and the war in Ukraine. They addressed EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and the need for fair competition. Scholz emphasized the importance of a level playing field for businesses. Xi called for the development of strategic, long-term ties between Germany and China, expressing hope for a resolution on the electric vehicle tariff issue through dialogue. Despite their economic ties, Germany and China have opposing views on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Scholz highlighted the need to address global security concerns, including the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East.