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.
