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World / Tue, 26 May 2026 The Economic Times

Has China eaten Europe's lunch? A Brussels-Beijing battle is brewing

SynopsisEurope is adopting a tougher stance against China's industrial practices. A new strategy aims to protect European industries from unfair competition and overcapacity. Several EU nations are pushing for stronger trade measures. This shift reflects a growing fear of deindustrialization and a desire for strategic autonomy. The EU is increasingly using industrial policy to secure its economic future.

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Europe is adopting a tougher stance against China's industrial practices. A new strategy aims to protect European industries from unfair competition and overcapacity. Several EU nations are pushing for stronger trade measures. This shift reflects a growing fear of deindustrialization and a desire for strategic autonomy. The EU is increasingly using industrial policy to secure its economic future.

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