EU Stresses Need for Robust Strategy in EU-China Trade

The European Commission emphasizes the need for a stronger strategy in the EU-China trade relationship, highlighting its unsustainability. The approach, termed 'de-risking' rather than 'decoupling', aims to protect European industries from Chinese imports while maintaining open communication channels.

The European Commission has declared the current EU-China trade and investment relationship unsustainable, signaling the need for a more robust strategy.

While acknowledging China as a critical partner, the Commission reiterated its commitment to an approach of 'de-risking, not decoupling'. This policy seeks to continue engagement and dialogue with China while protecting European industries.

The Commission stressed the necessity for a coherent response, as economic and security interests increasingly intersect in the global landscape.