China Imposes Tariffs on European Pork Imports

The European Union (EU) and China are locked in a series of trade disputes, with each party accusing the other of breaching international rules. The latest round of disagreements revolves around duties on pork, brandy, and electric vehicles.

The EU's trade policy department has criticised China's decision to impose anti-dumping duties on certain pork imports, stating that the claims are based on questionable evidence and insufficient proof. This move by China is in response to European producers exporting pork and by-products to China at dumping prices.

In a separate matter, the EU justifies its surcharges on Chinese electric vehicles due to what it sees as excessive state subsidies in China. Beijing, however, accuses Brussels of disregarding international rules regarding the duties on Chinese electric vehicles. The EU claims that the Chinese action does not comply with World Trade Organization (WTO) rules.

China imposed official duties on brandy from the EU in July, a move that the EU is taking seriously. The main affected suppliers are from Spain, the Netherlands, and Denmark, with exports totaling over two billion euros last year. Notably, these duties do not apply to companies that had previously undertaken price commitments.

The investigations into China's duties on European electric vehicles were initiated in June last year and have been extended. In August, China extended an ongoing anti-subsidy investigation against EU dairy products until February 2026. The current decision on the duties is preliminary and can still be adjusted or revoked before the investigation is completed.

Beijing rejects the accusations of excessive subsidies and speaks of protectionism. It is important to note that China did not provide specific details about the EU's duties on Chinese dairy products in the article.

The EU has stated it will take all necessary steps to defend European producers and the industry. The name of the EU authority that criticised China's decision on anti-dumping duties on certain EU pork products is the European Commission. The duties range from 15.6% to 62.4% and will apply from September 10.

It is crucial to navigate these complex trade disputes with care, ensuring that international rules are upheld and that all parties can benefit from fair and open trade. The Glomex video, if consented to, supplements the editorial text but is not a necessary part of the article. However, it is worth noting that the Glomex video may store or retrieve information on your device and collect and process your personal data, even in countries outside the EU with a lower level of data protection.