Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in France on Sunday, commencing a two-day state visit. The visit comes at a time of escalating trade disputes between China and the European Union and against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. What Happened: President Xi’s visit to France is notable for several reasons. The Chinese leader’s arrival in Paris coincides with mounting trade tensions between China and the EU. France, in particular, has been vocal about its concerns regarding trade imbalances and the impact of the conflict in Ukraine, reported Reuters. French President Emmanuel Mac…