Relations between China and Europe are of tremendous global significance. In Europe, China is often in the news, whereas this book provides a welcome and detailed perspective on how Europe is seen from China's perspective. It examines future relations between Europe and China and presents a unique analysis of China-Europe relations from leading scholars and policy advisers in Beijing. Trade is a cornerstone of China's relations with Europe, and present and future trade prospects are explored. Bilateral relations are also discussed in detail. All these issues are examined against the backdrop of the current global financial crisis and the impact this is having on the European Union and the Euro. (Series: China International Relations)