EU advances ‘Made in Europe’ Act in face of Chinese competition, US trade uncertainty
The European Commission has unveiled new measures aimed at protecting the bloc from what it sees as unfair competition, particularly from China. The proposal will introduce ‘Made in Europe’ requirements for public procurement, applying to products including aluminium and electric vehicles. Critics warn the move risks fuelling protectionism. William Denselow reports from Brussels.
The European Commission has unveiled new measures aimed at protecting the bloc from what it sees as unfair competition, particularly from China. The proposal will introduce ‘Made in Europe’ requirements for public procurement, applying to products including aluminium and electric vehicles. Critics warn the move risks fuelling protectionism. William Denselow reports from Brussels.