China has expressed strong concerns over the European Union’s proposed industrial strategy known as “Made in Europe,” which aims to strengthen local production and reduce dependence on foreign imports in key sectors such as batteries, electric vehicles, and clean energy.
Beijing considers the plan potentially discriminatory against Chinese companies and has warned that it could take “countermeasures” if its concerns are not taken into account. China’s Ministry of Commerce stated that it is closely monitoring the development of the proposal while remaining open to dialogue with Brussels.
The initiative, put forward by the European Commission, seeks to introduce European content requirements in public procurement and state aid policies in order to support the continent’s industry amid increasing global competition.
This tension reflects the broader economic rivalry between the European Union and China, particularly over subsidies, trade disputes, and industrial sovereignty.
