Financial Times: China refuză Uniunea Europeană. Nu își va restricționa voluntar exporturile de mașini hibride. CE pregătește planul B

China has rejected the EU's request to voluntarily limit hybrid vehicle exports to member states, prompting the European Commission to prepare a backup trade defense plan. The EU aimed to reduce China's hybrid vehicle market share in the EU to 15%, but China declined this proposal. The Commission is now considering temporary measures that would allow limited exports while imposing high tariffs on the rest. This situation could lead to significant trade conflict if unresolved. The visit of European Commissioner Maros Sefcovic to Beijing comes after calls from French and German leaders for new protective measures against unfair trade practices, particularly from China. The EU faces a substantial trade deficit with China, which it deems unsustainable.