Will EU press the ‘kill switch’ on China? Trade war looms over talks
- Posted on October 8, 2026
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Will EU press the ‘kill switch’ on China? Trade war looms over talks
EU officials are raising alarms over the escalating trade deficits with China, exceeding one billion euros on a daily basis. The spike in Chinese hybrid-car exports underscores possible gaps in EU tariff policies. Although talks are underway, China shows little willingness to engage in voluntary export restrictions for select products. EU leaders are now considering a 'kill switch' mechanism.