China Calls for Eased EU Tech Export Restrictions

China's foreign ministry urged the EU to relax high-tech export restrictions, countering claims of China's overcapacity as a 'one-sided understanding' of supply and demand. The ministry reaffirmed China's commitment to importing more high-quality products from the bloc, emphasizing cooperation over protectionism.

In a bid to strengthen trade relations, China's foreign ministry has urged the European Union to ease restrictions on the export of high-tech products to the country.

Speaking at a routine press briefing, ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun commented on assertions that China is experiencing industrial overcapacity, calling it a 'one-sided understanding' colored by protectionist motives.

Jiakun emphasized that China is committed to purchasing more marketable, high-quality goods from Europe, underscoring the importance of collaboration over trade barriers.