EU weighs additional trade curbs on Chinese imports
By The BriefBrief
The European Commission is considering measures to protect additional sectors from surging Chinese imports and plans to raise the issue in upcoming talks with Beijing. The EU’s trade chief warned the bloc’s trade deficit with China may reach a record this year; tougher measures risk retaliation from China.
WHO:The European Commission and the EU’s trade chief
WHAT:The European Commission is considering additional measures to curb Chinese imports and plans to discuss trade with Beijing.
WHEN:Reported Oct 23, 2026 at 12:11 PM ET
WHERE:Brussels, Belgium
WHY:The EU is seeking to protect more sectors from surging Chinese imports and rebalance trade with China.
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