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Europe.Table Talk of the Town Trade dispute

Trade dispute with China: Von der Leyen wants a mandate from EU leaders

The Commission president has described the current economic relationship as “not sustainable.” Before developing new protective instruments, von der Leyen is now seeking backing from Chancellor Merz and the other heads of state and government.

Till Hoppe
31. May 2026
Ursula von der Leyen has not yet assigned any specific tasks during the policy debate on relations with China. (picture alliance / AP Photo/Mindaugas Kulbis)

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Last updated: 31. May 2026

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