Overview

• The EU's decision on imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles is now expected after June 9 elections.
• Brussels launched a probe into Chinese EV subsidies last October, claiming unfair competition.
• China has threatened retaliatory tariffs on European agricultural and industrial imports.
• The EU aims to protect its automotive industry without triggering a trade war with Beijing.
• German and French officials express differing views on the necessity and impact of the tariffs.