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France's Finance Minister Advocates Targeted Tariffs on China

2/10/2026

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Roland Lescure, France's Finance Minister, urged a targeted tariff approach on February 10, 2026, opposing a government-proposed blanket 30% duty on Chinese imports.
He described China's trade surplus with Europe as "unsustainable" and said progress will hinge on continued engagement with Beijing, which acknowledges imbalances.
The High Commission for Strategy and Planning also recommended imposing a 30% tariff or depreciating the euro to safeguard European industries.

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Roland Lescure, France's Finance Minister, urged a targeted tariff approach on February 10, 2026, opposing a government-proposed blanket 30% duty on Chinese imports.
He described China's trade surplus with Europe as "unsustainable" and said progress will hinge on continued engagement with Beijing, which acknowledges imbalances.
The High Commission for Strategy and Planning also recommended imposing a 30% tariff or depreciating the euro to safeguard European industries.