China Lodges Protest Over EU Sanctions in High-Level Trade Talks
China’s Commerce Minister held a video call with the European Union’s trade chief, engaging in what were described as “candid and in-depth” discussions on trade cooperation and ongoing frictions. A central point of contention was the EU’s sanctions on Chinese firms, which prompted Beijing to lodge “solemn representations”—a formal diplomatic protest—during the meeting. While both sides acknowledged the importance of continued economic collaboration, the exchange underscored rising tensions in the China-EU trade relationship amid geopolitical and regulatory headwinds.
This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.