O nouă „bazooka”. Merz și Macron vor ca UE să riposteze mai dur și mai rapid la amenințările comerciale

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron have called for the European Commission to gain faster powers to address trade threats. They propose that the EU should act decisively in trade disputes, particularly regarding imports from countries causing significant market distortions. This initiative aims to strengthen the role of the European Trade Commissioner, Maroš Šefčovič, who is currently negotiating with China. The leaders emphasize the need for a comprehensive framework to enhance existing trade defense tools, as current measures are deemed insufficient. They also advocate for new strategies to diversify supply chains and reduce reliance on Chinese imports. The proposal reflects a shift in Germany's stance towards more assertive trade policies within the EU.