Event Brief
EU leaders prepare tougher economic stance on China
Filed: May 28, 2026 at 2:05 AM ET
Summary: European Commission leaders prepare to harden the EU’s economic stance toward China ahead of a Friday debate.
WHO: European Commission leaders, including President Ursula von der Leyen
WHAT: Prepare to harden the EU’s economic stance toward China and consider trade and industrial measures later this year
WHEN: May 28, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
WHERE: European Union
WHY: A Friday debate is set to open the door to a new wave of trade and industrial measures amid rising fears of de-industrialisation and a “China shock 2.0”.
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