The European Union and China have started a series of diplomatic talks to fix a growing trade imbalance and protect essential supply chains.

歐盟與中國已開始一系列外交談判，旨在解決日益嚴重的貿易失衡並保護關鍵供應鏈。

The current trade situation is marked by a large deficit, which reached about €360 billion last year. This problem is made worse by the increase in Chinese technology imports and a drop in European market share in China. To fight unfair competition from platforms like Temu and Shein, the European Commission has introduced a €3 tax on low-value imports under €150. Furthermore, the proposed Industrial Accelerator Act aims to prioritize 'Made in EU' products and limit foreign ownership in key sectors, such as electric vehicles and solar energy, to a maximum of 49%.

目前的貿易狀況以巨大的赤字為特徵，去年達到約 3,600 億歐元。中國科技產品進口增加以及歐洲在中國市場佔有率下降，使這個問題更加嚴重。為了對抗來自 Temu 和 Shein 等平台的不公平競爭，歐盟委員會已針對 150 歐元以下低價值進口商品徵收 3 歐元的稅金。此外，擬議的《工業加速法案》旨在優先考慮「歐盟製造」產品，並將電動車與太陽能等關鍵部門的外資持股比例限制在最高 49%。

At the same time, both sides are trying to improve diplomatic relations regarding critical raw materials. After discussions between EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, Beijing promised that export controls on rare earths would not disrupt European supply chains. For example, 90% of German export permit applications have been approved. To manage this process, both parties agreed to create a bilateral working group to monitor trade and solve disputes regarding intellectual property and market access.

與此同時，雙方正努力改善關於關鍵原材料的外交關係。在歐盟貿易專員 Maroš Šefčovič 與中國商務部長王文濤對談後，北京承諾稀土的出口管制不會干擾歐洲供應鏈。例如，德國 90% 的出口許可申請已獲批准。為了管理此過程，雙方同意成立一個雙邊工作小組，以監控貿易並解決涉及知識產權與市場准入的爭議。

However, these diplomatic efforts face challenges due to high consumer demand and gaps in European industry. A record heat wave in Europe caused a surge in the purchase of Chinese air conditioning units, specifically from Midea Group. This trend shows a strong dependency on Chinese factories, as no European brands are among the top five suppliers in this sector. While Germany wants a practical partnership to ensure economic security, analysts emphasize that Beijing is not willing to make major concessions regarding industrial overcapacity.

然而，由於消費者需求高漲及歐洲工業存在缺口，這些外交努力面臨挑戰。歐洲創紀錄的熱浪導致中國製冷氣機（尤其是美的集團）的購買量激增。這一趨勢顯示出對中國工廠的強烈依賴，因為該領域的前五大供應商中沒有任何歐洲品牌。儘管德國希望建立務實的合作夥伴關係以確保經濟安全，但分析師強調，北京並不願意在工業產能過剩問題上做出重大讓步。

The European Union remains committed to balancing trade by October, while trying to manage the tension between protecting its own industries and meeting consumer demand.

歐盟仍致力於在 10 月前平衡貿易，同時嘗試在保護自身工業與滿足消費者需求之間取得平衡。