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Oct 8, 2026 at 1:09 AM ET
EU trade chief begins China visit amid deficit concerns
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič is beginning a visit to China, with Europe’s trade deficit with China identified as the key topic on the agenda. The program says France and Germany are aligned in wanting Brussels to take a tougher approach, but provides no details of specific measures.
WHO: European Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič
WHAT: Maroš Šefčovič begins a visit to China, with the EU-China trade deficit on the agenda.
WHEN: Oct 8, 2026 at 12:05 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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