China has strived to conclude an agreement with European Council President Donald Tusk (left) and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker. Photo: AP
China has strived to conclude an agreement with European Council President Donald Tusk (left) and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker. Photo: AP

China, EU leaders’ plan for joint statement in Brussels hits snag over market access row, EU sources say

  • Two sides said to be at odds over extent to which access to China’s market should be improved
  • Months of talks have focused on the wording of a possible joint statement during Premier Li Keqiang’s visit

China has strived to conclude an agreement with European Council President Donald Tusk (left) and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker. Photo: AP
China has strived to conclude an agreement with European Council President Donald Tusk (left) and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker. Photo: AP
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