China, EU pushing ahead on joint research despite trade tensions
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China and the European Union have renewed their joint research agreement for another two years, as reported by the state-affiliated People's Financial News. The agreement emphasizes collaboration on climate and agriculture, indicating continued partnership despite ongoing trade tensions. This renewal highlights the willingness of both sides to maintain scientific cooperation in key areas, even amid broader economic disputes.
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Renewal of joint research agreement for two years
The collaboration focuses on climate and agriculture.
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The renewal signals willingness to collaborate despite trade tensions.
Opinion- Renewal of joint research agreement for two years
- Collaboration on climate and agriculture
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Loaded language removedChina and the EU have renewed their joint research agreement, according to Chinese state-linked media, indicating a willingness to collaborate on climate and agriculture amid trade tensions. People’s Financial News, a publication affiliated with People's Daily, reported on the new two-year agreement on Wednesday.
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The renewal signals willingness to collaborate despite trade tensions.
OpinionChina and the EU have renewed their joint research agreement.
South China Morning PostThe renewed agreement is for two years.
South China Morning PostThe collaboration focuses on climate and agriculture.
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