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Beijing Urges German Carmakers to Resolve EU Tariff Issues

12/9/2025

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Beijing urged German carmakers to help resolve EU tariffs on Chinese EVs and the Nexperia issue.
Ling Ji, Vice-Minister of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, asked Hildegard Müller to press the European Commission for a swift resolution.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul discussed with Wang Wentao delivery uncertainties for rare earths and semiconductors.
Wadephul reaffirmed Germany's commitment to the China trade relationship ahead of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit.

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Beijing urged German carmakers to help resolve EU tariffs on Chinese EVs and the Nexperia issue.
Ling Ji, Vice-Minister of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, asked Hildegard Müller to press the European Commission for a swift resolution.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul discussed with Wang Wentao delivery uncertainties for rare earths and semiconductors.
Wadephul reaffirmed Germany's commitment to the China trade relationship ahead of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit.