China is using new legal powers to block European Union scrutiny of alleged state support for its companies, adding friction as trade talks approach an October deadline to resolve outstanding disputes. The move is aimed at limiting what the EU can examine.
WHO:China
WHAT:China uses new legal powers to block European Union scrutiny of alleged state support for its companies
WHEN:Reported Aug 19, 2026 at 8:39 AM ET
WHERE:European Union
WHY:It is being used to limit EU scrutiny of alleged state support for Chinese companies as trade talks near an October deadline.
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