EU Governments' Mixed Reactions to China-Built EV Tariffs

European Union governments displayed a divided stance in a non-binding vote on tariffs for imported China-built electric vehicles (EVs). The European Commission, responsible for the bloc's trade policy, has proposed provisional duties up to 37.6% on these imports. The vote saw mixed support, with a dozen members in favor, four against, and 11 abstaining.

European Union governments have expressed varied opinions in a non-binding vote regarding tariffs on imported China-built electric vehicles (EVs), sources revealed on Tuesday.

The European Commission, which governs the bloc's trade policy, has recommended provisional duties of up to 37.6% on EVs from China and sought feedback from EU members through an advisory vote.

The sources indicated that a dozen EU countries voted in favor of the tariffs, four opposed them, and 11 abstained.