"The main topics are climate change and sustainable development, which are global challenges and require the EU and China to cooperate closely to tackle," said Barroso, former Portuguese prime minister. Full story

EU reiterates support for China's territorial integrity

BEIJING, April 25 (Xinhua) -- The European Union (EU) supports China's territorial integrity and deems Tibet is part of China, EU Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso reiterated on Friday.

Barroso made the remarks at a news conference after meeting with Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao. Full story

EU leader Barroso visits China with large delegation at special time

    BEIJING, April 24 (Xinhua) -- Jose Manuel Barroso, the European Union (EU) Commission president, arrived here on Thursday afternoon, starting a China visit at a time of several Sino-EU disagreements.

    During his three-day tour, Barroso will meet with Chinese President Hu Jintao and talk with Premier Wen Jiabao. He will also attend a picture exhibition and a seminar on climate change.

    The first China-EU High Level Economic and Trade Dialogue will also take place during his Beijing stay. Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan and EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson will co-host the dialogue. Full story