The South African automotive industry and trade unions reject planned higher import tariffs. They fear negative effects on prices, purchasing power and the industry itself.
By Arne Schütte
Given India’s sheer size, the European Commission was willing to make concessions it would not have accepted in other negotiations. Even so, most reactions to the free trade agreement have been positive.
By János Allenbach-Ammann, Markus Grabitz, Lukas Knigge and Julia Dahm
Taiwan’s semiconductor industry is set to ramp up investment in the United States. In return, Washington is cutting import tariffs. But is Taiwan putting its “silicon shield” at risk?
By David Demes
Planned US tariffs against European allies would primarily play into the hands of China and Russia, warned EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas. DIW president Marcel Fratzscher is calling for a strategic turn toward China.
By Angela Köckritz
So far, no Chinese manufacturer has contacted the Commission and offered minimum prices for electric cars. German car manufacturers are reacting cautiously.
By János Allenbach-Ammann and Markus Grabitz
China rejects the new US tariff threats against Iran. If Donald Trump were to enforce them, the tariff rate would once again be significantly higher than before the agreement between Trump and Xi Jinping in October.
By Redaktion Table
In the customs dispute, the EU is accommodating Chinese car manufacturers by setting minimum prices. Critics fear major damage for local companies. But Brussels is also creating leeway to put pressure on competitors
By Marcel Grzanna and Fabian Peltsch
The EU Commission has presented guidelines for minimum prices for battery electric vehicles produced in China. If manufacturers adhere to these guidelines, countervailing duties will no longer be necessary.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
The dispute over state subsidies for Chinese electric-vehicle makers could soon be resolved. An EU guideline on minimum prices for Chinese imports has been positively received in China.
By Marcel Grzanna
EU diplomats want the signing of an FTA with the Mercosur states to be seen as proof that the European Union has recognized the signs of the times and is capable of acting strategically. However, the decision comes at a political price for the bloc.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
