China's commerce ministry criticizes EU's unjust tariffs on electric vehicles
China has expressed strong opposition to the European Commission's proposal to impose import duties of up to 36.3 percent on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). A spokesperson from the Ministry of Commerce stated on Tuesday that China will take all necessary measures to defend the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises.
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China has voiced strong opposition to the European Commission's proposal to implement import duties of up to 36.3 percent on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). A spokesperson from the Ministry of Commerce stated on Tuesday that China will take all necessary measures to protect the legitimate rights and interests of its enterprises.
Last month, the commission introduced provisional additional tariffs of up to 37.6 percent on Chinese EV manufacturers following the initiation of an anti-subsidy investigation in October 2023.
On Tuesday, the commission released a draft plan to make these tariffs permanent, with slight adjustments, pending approval from EU member states.
The spokesperson criticized the commission's investigation into Chinese EVs, claiming it did not adhere to World Trade Organization rules and represented an act of "unfair competition" masked as "fair competition."
Throughout the investigation, the Chinese government and EV sector have submitted significant legal documentation and evidence through various channels, including questionnaires, written comments, and hearing statements. They have thoroughly countered what they view as the unreasonable and non-compliant actions of the European side, according to the spokesperson.
The spokesperson argued that the commission's actions could destabilize the global automotive supply chain and adversely affect European consumers. Additionally, they expressed concerns that these measures would hinder the EU's green transformation efforts and global collaboration in tackling climate change.
Highlighting the more than 10 rounds of technical consultations that have taken place since late June, the spokesperson urged the EU to implement practical measures to avoid escalating trade disputes.
Ian Smith contributed to this report for TROIB News
Last month, the commission introduced provisional additional tariffs of up to 37.6 percent on Chinese EV manufacturers following the initiation of an anti-subsidy investigation in October 2023.
On Tuesday, the commission released a draft plan to make these tariffs permanent, with slight adjustments, pending approval from EU member states.
The spokesperson criticized the commission's investigation into Chinese EVs, claiming it did not adhere to World Trade Organization rules and represented an act of "unfair competition" masked as "fair competition."
Throughout the investigation, the Chinese government and EV sector have submitted significant legal documentation and evidence through various channels, including questionnaires, written comments, and hearing statements. They have thoroughly countered what they view as the unreasonable and non-compliant actions of the European side, according to the spokesperson.
The spokesperson argued that the commission's actions could destabilize the global automotive supply chain and adversely affect European consumers. Additionally, they expressed concerns that these measures would hinder the EU's green transformation efforts and global collaboration in tackling climate change.
Highlighting the more than 10 rounds of technical consultations that have taken place since late June, the spokesperson urged the EU to implement practical measures to avoid escalating trade disputes.
Ian Smith contributed to this report for TROIB News
