In late December, China's Ministry of Commerce reached a preliminary ruling imposing anti-subsidy duties as high as 42.7% on European Union dairy imports.

China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has concluded its anti-dumping investigation into European Union pork and by-products, imposing final duties that are significantly lower than initial estimates.

China's Ministry of Commerce welcomed the EU's move to negotiate price undertakings with Chinese companies to replace anti-subsidy duties on EVs. Separately, the Ministry stressed that the diplomatic deadlock over the semiconductor firm Nexperia remains a concern, urging the Dutch government to take "constructive

A new survey report from the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China highlighted the negative impact of China's export controls on European business, leading to some efforts to shift away from China-centric supply chains and find alternative sources.

After previously suspending the dispute, the EU has now formally terminated its WTO complaint against China relating to restrictions on trade with Lithuania.

In preparation for the EU Agriculture and Fisheries Council meeting of November 17, Belgium has raised the issue of "Chinese Anti-Dumping Investigation on European Pork – The Need for a Level Playing Field," and called for a "coordinated and united approach" in response to the investigation.

At today's press conference, a Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) official clarified the bilateral trade deal with the U.S., restated MOFCOM's stance on the Nexperia dispute and its commitment to CPTPP accession, and expressed interest in exploring China-EU deals.