China and EU Urged to Embrace Openness, Reject Protectionism by Chinese State Media

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged China and the European Union (EU) to maintain an "open attitude" and reject protectionism, emphasizing the importance of free trade and cooperation. Wang stated that China supports the EU's strategic independence and European integration, and that the two sides should focus on achieving positive effects through their partnership. The remarks come amidst an ongoing investigation by the European Commission into potential punitive tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle imports, which the EU claims benefit from excessive state subsidies.