The Czech Republic’s relationship with China? It’s complicated

As US-China rivalry intensifies, European states have found themselves caught in the middle. The South China Morning Post looks at how countries on the continent are responding, ranging from anti-China, to China-friendly, and those trying to walk a line between Washington and Beijing. The second in the four-part series looks at the Czech Republic. You can read part 1, on Portugal, here.

HONG KONG, Nov 3 (SCMP): Czech Republic President Milos Zeman made clear his views on relations with Beijing in a congratulatory message on China’s National Day on October 1, urging cooperation and deeper ties even as other major European states call for a more cautious approach.