US EditionEU’s von der Leyen to urge ‘fair’ China competition in talks with Xi
- Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the importance of the EU's relationship with China but criticized China's "market-distorting practices" and oversupply of subsidized goods, like EVs and steel.
- Von der Leyen stressed the need for fair competition to prevent de-industrialization in Europe and urged action against unfair trade practices.
- The European Commission is investigating if European medical device suppliers have fair market access in China, while European carmakers struggle against Chinese electric vehicle competition.
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China's president promises better market access for European companies at the start of his European trip. Emmanuel Macron calls for "equal rules for all".
The Chinese president began his official visit to France this Monday on a one-week trip to Europe. Then he will continue his trip to Serbia and Hungary.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Monday she would seek "fair" competition with China during a meeting with President Xi Jiping in Paris.
Von der Leyen, Macron expected to confront Xi on unfair trade practices, Russia ties
EU leaders on Monday (6 May) are set to warn Chinese leader Xi Jinping over his country's unfair trade practices towards Europe but also encourage Beijing to play a greater role in Ukraine diplomacy.
The Chinese president will meet today as part of a state visit to France with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, as well as with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen.
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