EU leaders press von der Leyen to arm Europe with a decisive China strategyExecutive summary: EU leaders called on Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to develop stronger tools against China during a Brussels summit. The appeal signals deepening EU concerns about China’s economic and security behavior and could shape future trade and regulatory policy. European Union heads of state, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and member state representatives EU policymakers are expected to advance proposals for a coordinated China strategy, including potential investment screening and trade measures.On 19 June 2026, EU heads of state convened in Brussels and urged Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to equip the bloc with stronger instruments to counter China’s economic influence. This pressure reflects growing frustration among member states over China’s market distortions and security implications. While no concrete policy shift was announced, the call intensifies upcoming negotiations on EU trade and regulatory actions toward China.Connected developmentsEU Strategy on China Gains MomentumEU Budget Debate Centers on China ChallengeChinese Auto Pressure on European CarmakersLa UE busca una posición común para lidiar con la amenaza de ChinaQ&A: What do China’s provincial five-year plans say about climate and energy?E-Mobilität: China verkauft mehr E-Autos als VerbrennerOpen the full case file on Beyond →
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