EU agrees to strengthen trade defenses as Chinese imports surge
European leaders plan tougher trade measures toward China after a rise in Chinese goods, including electric cars and medical devices, contributes to a large trade deficit.
EU leaders agreed to strengthen trade defenses and adopt a tougher trade policy toward China, while European officials said they are seeking ways to address a surge of Chinese exports that are affecting European industries. In June, China’s Vice Minister of Commerce Ling Ji met in Brussels with EU Director‑General for Trade and Economic Security Ditte Juul Jorgensen.
The surge in Chinese imports includes electric cars, key components, medical devices and foodstuffs, a trend that has been dubbed “China Shock 2.0.” According to France 24, the EU’s goods trade deficit was about 360 billion euros last year. Daily Sabah reported that the EU is considering a fundamental change to its trade policy with China because of a widening trade deficit, rising dependence on strategic sectors, and growing pressure. GDELT said the EU is looking at legislation to force companies in sensitive sectors to reduce over‑reliance on single suppliers, notably Chinese ones.
A trade and investment consultation mechanism between the EU and China was agreed to address the large trade deficit, export controls and critical supply‑chain vulnerabilities, according to blog.e8markets.com.
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