In a recent round of talks, the automotive working group of the China Chamber of Commerce to the European Union (CCCEU) urged EU policymakers to uphold fair market access for Chinese mainland electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. Delegates warn that external political pressure risks shifting the bloc’s strategy from "de-risking" to "decoupling," a move that could reverberate across the global auto industry.
Representatives from the CCCEU expressed concern that Chinese-made EVs might be unfairly labeled as trade diversions, triggering restrictive measures and destabilizing the European market amid rising EU-U.S. trade tensions. They argue that such actions not only strain economic ties but also run counter to the EU’s own climate ambitions by making zero-emission vehicles less affordable.
"Chinese EV companies offer competitive, clean transportation solutions and should be granted fair and equitable market access in Europe," the delegation said, highlighting the need for transparent negotiations on potential price caps and tariffs.
The group also flagged growing regulatory hurdles for Chinese mainland investors under the EU’s foreign subsidies regulation and investment screening framework. They called on Brussels to ensure impartiality and clarity as it drafts its upcoming automotive industry action plan, stressing that balanced policies will benefit consumers and support a sustainable, low-carbon future.
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Chinese business group urges fairness in EU tariff measures on EVs
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