China Criticizes EU's Extensive Data Requests in EV Probe
The European Union has implemented additional duties on imported Chinese electric vehicles after an extensive investigation into the country's subsidized EV imports. The European Commission collected detailed information from Chinese automakers, which China claims exceeded normal requirements and alleged spying. Chinese automakers, including SAIC, will face tariffs as a result.
The European Union has implemented additional duties on imported Chinese electric vehicles following a detailed investigation into the country's subsidized EV imports, stated China's Commerce Ministry on Thursday.
The European Commission, responsible for trade policies of the 27 EU nations, collected an extensive amount of data from Chinese automakers, surpassing standard requirements for such investigations.
The collected information included details about sourcing raw materials for batteries, manufacturing components, and developing sales channels.
Beijing rebuked the move and alleged spying attempts, also echoing concerns through state media.
Chinese automaker SAIC and others deemed uncooperative will face a 38.1% tariff effective July.
In response, China has initiated a dumping investigation into EU pork imports.
The European Commission, responsible for trade policies of the 27 EU nations, collected an extensive amount of data from Chinese automakers, surpassing standard requirements for such investigations.
The collected information included details about sourcing raw materials for batteries, manufacturing components, and developing sales channels.
Beijing rebuked the move and alleged spying attempts, also echoing concerns through state media.
Chinese automaker SAIC and others deemed uncooperative will face a 38.1% tariff effective July.
In response, China has initiated a dumping investigation into EU pork imports.