EU calls for stronger action against China's trade policy
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Updated oct 19
The latest in this situation
- France and Germany sent joint letters to the Commission demanding action against market distortions.
- EU leaders push for new market tools against China's trade practices.
- EU imposes quota on Chinese hybrid imports as trade tensions escalate.
- Macron and Merz push for new EU trade defence instrument despite recent deal easing trade war fears.
- Macron and Merz issued a joint warning letter against protectionism and trade deficits.
How it started
The European Council, chaired by Antonio Costa, addressed unsustainable trade deficits and China's dominance in critical minerals, prompting new EU legislation.
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What happened
The European Council, chaired by Antonio Costa, addressed unsustainable trade deficits and China's dominance in critical minerals, prompting new EU legislation.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- France and Germany are calling for new EU market tools to address mounting trade pressure and unsustainable deficits from China.Sub-event
- Council summits are held in Brussels where the European Council discussed the threat posed by China.Sub-event
EU institutions address China's critical mineral dominance and trade deficit.1 source
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The entities involved
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China
cultural region, ancient civilization, and nation in East Asia; mostly refers to the People's Republic of China in political situation and rarely refers to the Republic of China
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European Council
institution of the European Union defining the EU's general political direction and priorities and consisting of heads of state or government of the EU's member states
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European Commission
executive branch of the European Union
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