EU trade enforcers meet Beijing to seek export concessions
By The BriefBrief
A European Commission delegation is holding talks with Chinese officials in Beijing aimed at finding a diplomatic way to avoid a looming trade war before an October deadline set by Brussels. The EU team is led by Denis Redonnet, with Ditte Juul Jorgensen later expected to join, as Brussels assesses whether China will reduce surging exports to the bloc.
WHO:European Commission trade enforcement officer Denis Redonnet and Chinese officials
WHAT:EU trade enforcers hold talks with Chinese officials in Beijing to seek commitments to reduce surging exports to the EU ahead of an October deadline.
WHEN:Reported Sep 2, 2026 at 6:12 AM ET
WHERE:Beijing, China
WHY:To find a diplomatic off-ramp from a looming trade war by securing commitments to reduce surging exports to the EU before the October deadline.
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