European leaders have recently traveled to Beijing with a list of concerns that they hope China's president, Xi Jinping, will listen and address. This meeting comes at a time when China has been wielding its economic and political power much more aggressively than in recent history. This has caused a great deal of concern and resentment among many of Europe’s leaders, especially those in the EU. The biggest issues on the European leaders' list of concerns are the many trade disputes that have arisen between the EU and China. Europe is particularly worried about the unfair trade regulations that China has put in place which has made it difficult for European companies to conduct business in the country. Other concerns include China's lack of respect for human rights, environmental regulations, and its often-criticized foreign policy decisions. It is unclear how President Xi will respond to the concerns raised by European leaders. China has traditionally been very defensive when it comes to its internal and external policies and has made it clear that its policies are non-negotiable. However, it is possible that Xi may be open to finding a balance between protecting Chinese sovereignty and taking into account the valid concerns that Europe has raised. As these talks take place, the whole world will be watching and it is important for both sides to come to an agreement that is good for everyone, lest the geopolitical tensions escalate even further. China is now the world's second largest economy and it is more important than ever that it acts responsibly and with respect for the interests of foreign countries. Hopefully, Europe's leaders will be able to convince Xi to make the necessary changes and reach a mutually beneficial agreement.