Pork: Tariffs lower than feared
The relatively low tariff rates are a relief for European producers. For product groups such as dairy or EU brandy, however, there has been no easing so far.
By Redaktion Table
The relatively low tariff rates are a relief for European producers. For product groups such as dairy or EU brandy, however, there has been no easing so far.
By Redaktion Table
On Friday the EU finance ministers hope to reach an agreement on a temporary duty on small parcels in order to stem the flood of e-commerce parcels from China. At the same time, negotiations on the customs reform with Parliament are making slow progress.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
Mexico is introducing tariffs of up to 50% on imports from China and other Asian countries from 2026. The measures are intended to strengthen the domestic industry and respond to US pressure.
By Julia Fiedler
The EU and China have resumed talks on minimum prices for EVs imported from China. The government in Beijing warns against bilateral negotiations between Brussels and individual manufacturers.
By Leonardo Pape
The first day of French President Macron's visit to Beijing brought little in the way of results on important issues. National interests clashed with concerns about national security.
By Marcel Grzanna
The European Union is reviewing a price undertaking from Volkswagen for the first time, aiming to replace countervailing duties on electric vehicles from China with a minimum-price system. The move could mark the starting point for a broader reassessment of Europe’s trade relations with China.
By Amelie Richter
During a visit to the Foreign Affairs Council (Trade) in Brussels, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said that the EU should adapt its digital rules. This could then provide the basis for negotiations on US steel tariffs, he said.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
In a vote that was delayed until the last minute, a majority of member states agreed to new trade protection measures for the ferroalloy industry. Industry association Euroalliages is relieved.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
According to Greens shadow rapporteur Anna Cavazzini, Parliament should reject the trade deal with the US across the board. However, she is unlikely to find a parliamentary majority for this.
By János Allenbach-Ammann
According to GTAI, Germany is heading for a record trade deficit with China: Imports are likely to exceed exports by around EUR 87 billion in 2025.
By Redaktion Table