**Beijing**: Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič discuss establishing a ‘level playing field’ for trade, emphasising the need for equal market access to enhance EU-China relations amid historical tensions and ongoing trade disputes.
On Friday, Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with European Trade and Economic Security Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič in Beijing. During this meeting, Šefčovič stated that discussions centred around creating a “level playing field” for trade between the European Union (EU) and China.
Šefčovič highlighted the importance of establishing EU-China relations based on equality in trade flows and investment. He emphasised the necessity for both countries to equally open up their markets to foster a more balanced trading environment. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, he noted, “it is essential that EU-China relations are built on the basis of equal trade flows and investment.”
This meeting took place against the backdrop of ongoing tensions initiated during President Donald Trump’s administration, which have affected transatlantic relations and global trade dynamics. Despite long-standing trade disputes, high-level officials from Europe and China continue to seek a common understanding and cooperative frameworks to address these issues.
The dialogue signifies an ongoing effort to navigate the complexities of international trade relations, as both the EU and China aim to foster a more equitable trade environment amid existing challenges.
Source: Noah Wire Services
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