Europe Hardens Its Economic Defenses: The IAA Targets Strategic Dependence on China

AI TAKEAWAYS Europe Is Done Being Naïve: The IAA Draws a Line Under China’s Industrial Leverage Europe is no longer pretending that trade is neutral. With the Industrial Acceleration Act (IAA), Brussels is moving from passive market openness to strategic economic defense. The shift is subtle in language — but profound in consequence. China is … Περισσότερα

EU Anti-Dumping Duties on Chinese Porcelain: Protectionism at the Expense of Consumers

AI TAKEAWAYS The European Union’s recent decision to impose anti-dumping duties on Chinese porcelain imports is framed as a defensive measure to protect domestic producers. In reality, it represents a classic case of short-term protectionism that risks harming consumers, small businesses, and Europe’s broader trade position. The official justification Brussels argues that Chinese manufacturers sell … Περισσότερα