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EU Guides Chinese EV Imports Amid Trade Tensions

1/13/2026

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EU Guides EV Exports

The European Commission will guide Chinese electric-vehicle exporters on price offers and commitments under a Beijing-Brussels EV import deal.
The accord follows an anti-subsidy probe that began in October 2023 and imposed duties of 7.8% to 35.3% over five years.
In Italy, Meloni urged Europe to appoint a special envoy for dialogue with Russia and called for a coordinated approach without deploying troops.
Meloni defended international law against comments by U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Kaja Kallas Condemns Strike

Russia's Oreshnik missile strike near Poland is seen as a warning against European troop deployments to Ukraine.
Kaja Kallas, EU foreign affairs chief, called the strike a clear escalation and said it aims to intimidate both Europe and the US.
The strike comes amid heightened tensions over military support for Ukraine during the ongoing conflict.

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Historical Context

In 2019, the European Union imposed tariffs of up to 64% on Chinese solar panel imports, establishing a precedent for future trade policies. This move coincided with the EU's broader economic strategies, including the European Green Deal, aimed at achieving climate neutrality by 2050. Ongoing tensions with Russia complicate these efforts, impacting international trade and security dynamics across Europe.

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EU Guides EV Exports

The European Commission will guide Chinese electric-vehicle exporters on price offers and commitments under a Beijing-Brussels EV import deal.
The accord follows an anti-subsidy probe that began in October 2023 and imposed duties of 7.8% to 35.3% over five years.
In Italy, Meloni urged Europe to appoint a special envoy for dialogue with Russia and called for a coordinated approach without deploying troops.
Meloni defended international law against comments by U.S. President Donald Trump.

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