International relationsXi sends messages on trade and NATO in Europe tour full of symbolism
China woos useful partners in Serbia and Hungary after French 'cognac diplomacy'
Chinese President Xi Jinping inspects an honor guard during a ceremony in Belgrade, Serbia, on May 8. © Reuters
WATARU SUZUKI and MAILYS PENE-LASSUS, Nikkei staff writers
SHANGHAI/PARIS -- Chinese President Xi Jinping is performing a delicate balancing act during his trip to Europe, analysts said, as he seeks to bolster economic ties with the region while facing growing pressure to fix trade imbalances and intervene in the Ukraine war.