China-Germany Trade Disputes and Diplomacy
Merz emphasizes balanced, reliable, regulated, and fair partnership with China.
China's imports exceed Germany's exports by more than double.
German manufacturing sector loses 10,000 jobs monthly.
Industry complaints include Chinese subsidies, currency undervaluation, and critical mineral controls.
German Economic Institute warns of 'massive' Chinese subsidies and currency manipulation.
Beijing claims transparency in trade practices.
Business groups urge Merz to pressure China on Ukraine war influence.
Trade tensions between free-trade ideals and China's overcapacity reshape Europe's trade options.
Tariffs as trade defense tools are limited.
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