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Published in China News on 20.08.2026

Trade Relations Between the EU and China: A Growing Deficit, Rising Tensions

As the EU’s trade deficit with China rises to over 359 billion euros, a new “China shock”—centered on technology-intensive goods—is fueling tensions reminiscent of the 2018 conflict between the U.S. and China. With the October deadline for “tangible progress” approaching, the EU is moving beyond simple tariffs and aiming for structural risk mitigation—even as gridlocked global supply chains and rising Chinese investment in Europe complicate the situation.

Published in China News on 03.08.2026

China News: Trade and Debt in Balance: China’s Economic Situation in 2026

As trade tensions between China and the EU head toward a critical deadline this fall, the domestic economic landscape is splitting into two camps. While global demand for AI is fueling a massive surge in profits in the upstream technology sector, traditional downstream sectors are facing a sharp decline in margins due to rising energy costs and subdued consumer spending. Meanwhile, a comprehensive national audit has uncovered data manipulation in local government debt reduction efforts—forcing Beijing to crack down on high-interest offshore loans.As trade tensions between China and the EU head toward a critical deadline this fall, the domestic economic landscape is splitting into two camps. While global demand for AI is fueling a massive surge in profits in the upstream technology sector, traditional downstream sectors are facing a sharp decline in margins due to rising energy costs and subdued consumer spending. Meanwhile, a comprehensive national audit has uncovered data manipulation in local government debt reduction efforts—forcing Beijing to crack down on high-interest offshore loans.

Published in China News on 23.07.2026

China News: EU Chamber of Commerce in China’s 2026 Business Sentiment Survey

The EU Chamber of Commerce in China’s 2026 Business Sentiment Survey highlights a “turning point” in sentiment among European companies operating in China. While challenges remain, the survey points to a slight increase in optimism and the first decline in the proportion of companies reporting a deteriorating business environment—for the first time in five years.

Published in China News on 01.06.2026

China News: China Sets 2026 Growth Target at 4.5% to 5%

In a significant shift toward economic reorientation, China has set its official GDP growth target for 2026 at a range of 4.5% to 5%. The target, announced by Premier Li Qiang during the opening of the annual “Two Sessions” on March 5, 2026, signals Beijing’s shift away from rigid, rapid expansion in favour of high-quality development and economic resilience.

Published in China News on 18.05.2026

The European Chamber of Commerce Analyzes China’s New 15th Five-Year Plan: A Mix of Opportunity and Caution

Following the adoption of the 15th Five-Year Plan (15FYP) at the 2026 National People’s Congress, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China has released its official statement on the road map that will shape the country’s economic landscape through 2030.

While the Chamber welcomes the plan’s focus on market opening and “national treatment” for foreign companies, it remains sceptical of China’s increased shift toward total self-sufficiency.

Published in China News on 13.05.2024

China News: European Chamber publishes the 2024 Business Confidence Survey

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, in partnership with Roland Berger, released its European Business in China Business Confidence Survey 2024 (BCS). The annual survey shows that despite the re-opening of China’s borders in early 2023, business confidence in the market continued on a downward trend.

Published in China News on 21.09.2023

China News: China and what to do? De-couple, de-risk, or what?

In the last couple of months, the news from and or about China was not very favourable. Too many voices, and too many opinions but no clear picture as to how to keep the business with China going. As a matter of fact, de-coupling from China is no option! But what does China want from us? To provide a clearer picture and some guidance the European Chamber of Commerce in China has released its European Business in China Position Paper 2023/2024 (Position Paper 2023/2024), shedding light on the perplexing messages emanating from Chinese authorities. This contradictory messaging has left European businesses uncertain about the nature of China's desired relationship with them.

Published in China News on 17.03.2021

China Relaxes Entry Restrictions for Foreigners

According to the Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in the Hong Kong S.A.R, starting March 15, 2021, travelers who have received Chinese COVID-19 vaccines (Sinovac) and obtained the vaccination certificate will enjoy facilitation for visa applications.

Published in China News on 21.01.2021

China News: TRAVEL POLICIES UPDATE

Due to the recent increase of COVID-19 cases domestically and the coming Chinese New Year holiday, many places in China have tightened local travel policies and are encouraging people to avoid unnecessary travel during the holiday.

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