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EU negotiators head to China hoping to curb cheap imports of hybrid electric cars

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EU trade negotiators are scheduled for two days of high-pressure talks in China to secure a deal that would cap Beijing's record €1 billion daily trade surplus. The primary objective is to reduce the flow of cheap hybrid electric cars from China into the European market. Negotiations are expected to begin the day after the announcement and extend through late Friday, with the EU Trade Commissioner leading the effort. The specific mechanism for limiting car exports remains to be determined during the discussions.

Key points

• EU trade negotiators are scheduled for two days of high-pressure talks in China to secure a deal that would cap Beijing's record €1 billion daily trade surplus.
• The primary objective is to reduce the flow of cheap hybrid electric cars from China into the European market through new export restrictions.

Context and limitations

The specific mechanism for limiting car exports remains to be determined during the discussions. The exact timeline for the final agreement and the precise scope of the new restrictions are not yet finalized.

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