China Criticizes EU for Rejecting Electric Vehicle Import Proposals

China expressed disappointment with the European Commission for dismissing industry efforts to set minimum import prices for electric vehicles. Despite proposals to avoid heavy tariffs, the Commission rejected these offers, leading to criticism from the Chinese commerce ministry for the lack of in-depth communication.

China has expressed profound disappointment in the European Commission after the bloc dismissed efforts by electric vehicle manufacturers to negotiate minimum import prices.

According to a statement from the Chinese commerce ministry on Friday, the European Union rejected offers aimed at circumventing significant tariffs.

The ministry spokesperson criticized the lack of in-depth dialogue and suggested the EU disregarded the sincerity of the Chinese industry's attempts to find a flexible solution.

(With inputs from agencies.)