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EU cracks down on Chinese goods bypassing tariffs via Belt and Road

The European Commission has targeted glass fibre produced by Chinese firms using the Belt and Road initiative to bypass EU trade defences. However industry and unions warn the measures fall short and imports may continue to rise.

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Péter Magyar walks line between Brussels and Beijing on China trade

The Hungarian leader, who won a landslide election last Sunday, does not plan a major policy reversal on Hungary's trade relation with China. However, he has pledged to align more closely with EU rules, balancing ties with Beijing and growing pressure from Brussels.

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Spain seeks closer China links amid global tensions

Pedro Sánchez meets Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday 14 April 2026, aiming to strengthen political and trade relations at a time of global tension.

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Not so fast: Brussels snubs Merz's suggestion for EU-China trade deal

Before the EU can even talk about a trade deal with China, Beijing must "meaningfully" address its distortive practices, Brussels said.

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Europe is the ‘unknown variable’ in US-China rivalry, France says

The French foreign minister said there is "little time left" for Europe to shake off the "deep doubt" it's being plagued with and ensure it can do more than simply "endure".

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Europe shouldn’t fear trade war with China, EU agency says

The European Union Institute for Security Studies has said the bloc should adopt an “escalate to de-escalate” strategy toward China, recommending faster deployment of the bloc’s so-called "trade bazooka”.

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EU slams door on China with ‘Made in Europe’ push

EU Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné on Wednesday presented a strategy shutting Beijing out of EU public funding by introducing a European preference in strategic sectors. Countries which limit access to their own markets through local content rules would also be cut off.

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Is US warfare pushing Europe and China closer?

Around 20% of people in Europe's biggest countries now consider the US 'a major threat', higher than North Korea and China.

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How Young Innovators Are Shaping China–Europe Ties

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At Davos where geopolitical tension often dominates the conversation, a Euronews panel on youth, tech and entrepreneurship offered a different proposition: that the next era of China–Europe cooperation may be built less by grand declarations and more by practical collaboration among young innovators

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EU-China relations enter 'do no harm' phase as Trump's shadow looms

Last year, the EU and China flirted with a diplomatic reset, which collapsed after Beijing imposed broad restrictions on rare earth exports. That bruising experience has set the stage for a cautious engagement in 2026.

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Is Europe losing the race to secure rare earth materials?

US President Trump’s threat of additional tariffs to force the acquisition of Greenland highlights a persistent concern: Europe is lagging in the global competition for rare earths and critical minerals. Has it already lost the race?

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EU and China take new step to resolve row over electric vehicles

Brussels has published new guidelines that allow Chinese electric vehicle producers to submit offers for minimum prices, which could potentially replace the steep tariffs imposed to counter Beijing's subsidies.

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In 2025, global trade cracked under tariffs and new China shock

Hit by US tariffs and Chinese weaponisation of critical goods, the EU became squeezed by the aggressive trade agenda of the world’s two largest economies. Brussels now ponders new alliances and new markets.

Economy

Germany’s export model hit by dual US and China demand slump

Simultaneous falls in exports to the US and China are exposing deep structural weaknesses in Europe’s largest economy, according to a new study.

Economy

China hits EU with 42.7% tariff on dairy imports

Beijing will slap tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, citing unfair subsidies and escalating a tit-for-tat trade dispute triggered by EU action on Chinese electric vehicles.

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China puts anti-dumping tariff of up to 18.9% on pork imports from EU

The final tariff rates that range from 4.9% to 19.8% are due to take effect on Wednesday and last for five years.

Business

Volkswagen's €3bn gamble: Can it win back market share in China?

VW is developing cars tailored to Chinese drivers — vehicles that will likely never be seen on European roads, though they may make their way to markets in the Middle East and Southeast Asia.

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EU strengthens screening of investments from foreign countries

The European Parliament and EU member states are taking steps to prevent rivals like China from “weaponising” their investments.

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AI: Europe and China compare their perspectives on the future of work

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In a debate co-produced by Euronews and CGTN, researchers, economists and professionals from China and Europe compared their views on the impact of artificial intelligence on the world of work.

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EU's ‘Buy European’ strategy delayed by division among member states

A European plan to favour “made in Europe” products has been pushed back to 2026 by the Commission, with several member states insisting such a preference should be used only as a last resort.