EU-China deal cuts tariffs on Spanish olive oil, boosting key export market
The EU secured a tariff reduction from China on olive oil, a product where Spain holds an 80% market share. China is the second-largest non-EU importer of Spanish olive oil, making this a significant trade win for Spain and the EU. The deal signals a potential easing of trade tensions between Brussels and Beijing, though broader implications remain uncertain.
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EU-China Avert Trade War with Hybrid EV, Rare Earth Concessions
The EU and China have reached an initial understanding to de-escalate trade tensions, primarily through China's agreement to curb hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) exports to the EU and facilitate rare earth exports. This development, confirmed by multiple sources, averts an immediate trade war, though specific implementation details and enforcement mechanisms remain largely undisclosed. The broader trade conflict, including EU anti-subsidy probes and China's trade surplus, persists.