EU and China reach agreement on hybrid exports – what is still missing

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A solution is emerging in the trade dispute between the EU and China over hybrid vehicles: Beijing and Brussels have announced an initial compromise on hybrid and electric vehicle exports, according to Handelsblatt. Both sides want to avert an escalation in the ongoing trade conflict.

What is known so far from the negotiations

According to Handelsblatt, China and the EU have reached an "initial compromise" – affected are exports of hybrid and electric vehicles. What concrete concessions, tariff rates or quotas are tied to the agreement is not apparent from the available report.

Why the EU heads of government now have the ball

From the negotiators' perspective, the talks are not yet concluded. As Handelsblatt reports, the EU heads of government must now decide on the outcome. Only after this vote will it be clear whether and in what form the compromise takes effect.

What is now at stake

With the compromise signal, both sides are trying to prevent a further escalation in trade with hybrid and electric vehicles. How the announced agreement will affect prices, supply chains, or the market access of Chinese manufacturers in Europe can only be seriously assessed after the EU heads of government make their decision.