Liu, Jiabin

China and the EU to Hold Talks in Brussels on Rare Earth Export Controls and Economic Cooperation

October 24, 2025, Chinese and European Union officials are set to meet in Brussels next week to hold discussions on rare earth export controls and related trade issues, as part China and the EU to Hold Talks in Brussels on Rare Earth Export Controls and Economic Cooperation

Minister Wang Wentao Holds Phone Call with Dutch Minister for Economic Affairs Karemans

On October 21, 2025, Chinese Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao held a phone conversation with Dutch Minister for Economic Affairs Karemans at the latter’s request. The two sides exchanged views on issues including Nexperia.  Minister Minister Wang Wentao Holds Phone Call with Dutch Minister for Economic Affairs Karemans

Netherlands Remains Highly Dependent on China for Critical Materials

According to European sources, the Netherlands is heavily reliant on China for the import of eight critical materials, as disclosed by the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS). The materials include Netherlands Remains Highly Dependent on China for Critical Materials

Alibaba Cloud Expands Global Digital Infrastructure

During the 2025 Apsara Conference held in Hangzhou from September 24 to 26, Alibaba Cloud announced that it will establish its first cloud regions in Brazil, France, and the Netherlands, Alibaba Cloud Expands Global Digital Infrastructure

Chinese Carmakers Expand in Europe Amid Intensifying EV Competition

Chinese automakers are stepping up their presence in Europe, leveraging competitive pricing and advanced technology to enter a market long dominated by European and U.S. brands. The push comes as Chinese Carmakers Expand in Europe Amid Intensifying EV Competition

China, EU Leaders Highlight Cooperation Amid Rising U.S. Tariff Pressures

Chinese Premier Li Qiang and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met on Wednesday to discuss the global trade outlook. Both sides underlined the importance of maintaining open communication China, EU Leaders Highlight Cooperation Amid Rising U.S. Tariff Pressures

Chinese Carmakers Outsell Renault and Audi in August as Europe’s PHEV Market Surges

Market data show that Chinese automakers sold more cars in Europe than Renault and Audi in August, driven largely by strong demand for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs). Chinese brands held Chinese Carmakers Outsell Renault and Audi in August as Europe’s PHEV Market Surges

Chinese Luxury Automaker Hongqi Plans 15 New Models in Europe by 2028

Chinese luxury carmaker Hongqi announced on September 9 that it plans to launch 15 electric and hybrid vehicle models in Europe by 2028, covering 25 markets, as it unveiled its Chinese Luxury Automaker Hongqi Plans 15 New Models in Europe by 2028

China Imposes Temporary Tariffs on European Pork, Affecting Dutch Exporters

According to European sources, China has announced temporary import tariffs on European pork products, ranging from 15.6% to 62.4%, effective September 10, 2025. The tariffs follow China’s investigation into alleged China Imposes Temporary Tariffs on European Pork, Affecting Dutch Exporters

China-EU Parliamentary Dialogue Expected to Resume, Offering New Signals for Businesses

According to European sources, a Chinese delegation is scheduled to visit the European legislative body between mid-October and early November. If the visit proceeds as planned, it will mark the China-EU Parliamentary Dialogue Expected to Resume, Offering New Signals for Businesses

ASMPT, a Semiconductor Packaging Leader, Announces Closure of Its Shenzhen Subsidiary

ASMPT, a global leader in semiconductor packaging equipment, announced that it will close its subsidiary Advanced Semiconductor Equipment (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. (AEC), located in Shenzhen’s Bao’an District. The decision is ASMPT, a Semiconductor Packaging Leader, Announces Closure of Its Shenzhen Subsidiary

Dutch Electromagnetic Components Manufacturer Kendrion Announces Sale of Its Automotive Business in China

Kendrion announced in a statement on Wednesday that its Chinese operations, primarily focused on the automotive sector, no longer align with the company’s future strategic direction and will therefore be Dutch Electromagnetic Components Manufacturer Kendrion Announces Sale of Its Automotive Business in China