Spanish PM: 'We do not want a trade war'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez reiterated Spain's advocacy for open trade based on multilateral World Trade Organization norms, with negotiated resolutions to conflicts that address the legitimate interests of both parties during his visit to China, which concluded on Wednesday.

"I have emphasized we do not want a trade war, as it would benefit no one," he said, pledging Spain's efforts to "build bridges" and find compromises through negotiation amid existing tensions between China and the EU.

Sánchez said Spain considers China as a key partner in addressing major international issues such as climate change and development financing.

"China and the EU play a central role in addressing these challenges, and while differences may arise between us, as naturally can happen between friendly partners, I believe that the common points are more important and far outweigh the divergences," Sánchez said. "Therefore, we must continue to cooperate."