China's Extended Dairy Probe Highlights Ongoing Trade Tensions with EU
China has extended its anti-subsidy investigation into EU dairy imports until February 2026, amidst ongoing trade tensions with both Brussels and Washington. This decision is part of broader trade disputes including EU probes into Chinese electric vehicles. Experts believe China is seeking a trade truce while managing economic transformation.
China's decision to extend its anti-subsidy investigation into European Union dairy imports by six months underscores the ongoing trade discord with the EU and the U.S., marking another twist in its effort to secure economic stability.
The Ministry of Commerce announced that the extension, running until February 21, 2026, is due to the case's complexity. The probe includes EU dairy products, and follows investigations into European pork and duties on EU brandy, aiming for a lasting trade resolution amidst economic restructuring challenges.
Trade frictions were further inflamed by the EU's anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese electric vehicles, which began in 2023. While discussions continue over setting minimum prices instead of tariffs for these vehicles, Beijing remains engaged in negotiations to resolve multiple trade disputes.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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