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China Threatens Tariffs on EU Amid France's Trade Moves

2/12/2026

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China may investigate French wines or impose tariffs on EU products if France pursues new tariffs on Chinese goods.
This follows France's strategy proposing a 30% tariff on Chinese imports to curb cheap goods.
French spirits makers Pernod Ricard and Rémy Cointreau saw stock declines amid concerns about falling exports.
The French proposal remains under consideration and does not reflect official EU policy.

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China may investigate French wines or impose tariffs on EU products if France pursues new tariffs on Chinese goods.
This follows France's strategy proposing a 30% tariff on Chinese imports to curb cheap goods.
French spirits makers Pernod Ricard and Rémy Cointreau saw stock declines amid concerns about falling exports.
The French proposal remains under consideration and does not reflect official EU policy.