Berlin is “open to discussing” stronger trade defense measures,” German government official tells POLITICO.
Germany has backed tougher EU trade action against China, giving Brussels the political cover to advance industrial protection measures. For tech teams, expect tighter procurement rules on Chinese hardware and stricter M&A compliance on China-linked deals.
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