European leaders consider new trade defense and industrial policy tools

The EU's goods trade deficit with China hit €360.6 billion in 2025 as Brussels meets Beijing to discuss trade defenses, anti-dumping measures, and supply

After months of rhetorical disputes and the threat of new trade defence measures, top EU and Chinese trade officials have set themselves an October deadline to resolve their…

Chief trade negotiators from the two sides launch a consultation mechanism focused on trade imbalances, export controls and other disputes.

Marathon session in Brussels sees Beijing agreeing to establish a ‘joint monitoring mechanism of trade flows’ to help ease economic tensions.

European leaders consider new trade defense and industrial policy tools