Europa se teme de un nou „șoc chinezesc”. Bruxelles-ul pregătește măsuri dure împotriva Beijingului

The European Union is preparing for a trade confrontation with China due to a significant trade deficit and job loss concerns. EU leaders are considering stricter measures, including trade restrictions. European Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is in Beijing to discuss reducing the €360 billion deficit. The European Parliament has called for a firmer approach based on economic reciprocity. France and Germany are advocating for a comprehensive reevaluation of EU trade policy towards China, suggesting the activation of the anti-coercion instrument. China has warned against protectionist measures, emphasizing that they could harm competitiveness. The EU's imports from China have risen significantly, while exports have lagged behind.