The European Union has issued a strongly worded critique of China, accusing it, alongside Russia, of attempting to reshape the global order to align with their own interests. A newly adopted position paper details concerns over a return to a sphere-of-influence model, marking some of the EU’s harshest official criticism of Beijing to date. The document specifically alleges China is actively enabling Russia’s war in Ukraine, identifying it as a "crucial enabler." This assessment signifies a growing divergence between the EU and China, moving beyond economic ties to address perceived strategic threats. EU foreign ministers adopted the paper on Monday without public announcement, suggesting a deliberate strategy to emphasize the severity of the concerns. The paper represents a significant shift in the EU’s approach to China, outlining a more assertive stance on geopolitical issues.