Abstract On December 2nd, the European Commission announced that the EU Council of Ministers has decided to impose a two-year protective tariff on Chinese photovoltaic (PV) products starting from December 6. Notably, Chinese PV manufacturers who have participated in the "price commitment" agreement were excluded from this measure. This decision marks a significant step in the ongoing trade tensions between the EU and China over solar panel imports.
On December 2, the European Commission revealed that the EU Council of Ministers approved a two-year protective tariff on Chinese PV products, effective from December 6. The move aims to shield European manufacturers from what the EU considers unfair competition. However, companies that have agreed to a "price commitment" are exempted from the new tariffs, offering them a temporary reprieve.
The EU has long accused Chinese PV firms of benefiting from state subsidies and selling products at unfairly low prices, which has put European producers at a disadvantage. Since June this year, the EU had already imposed temporary anti-dumping duties on Chinese PV imports, leading to increased friction in Sino-EU trade relations. This latest development is expected to further strain economic ties between the two regions, as both sides continue to negotiate and adjust their strategies in response to each other's policies.
With the global shift toward renewable energy, the solar industry remains a key battleground for trade disputes. The EU’s actions reflect its broader concern about market fairness and the need to protect domestic industries. Meanwhile, China has consistently opposed these measures, arguing that they violate international trade rules and hinder the growth of clean energy globally. As the situation unfolds, it will be crucial to monitor how both sides respond and whether a compromise can be reached before the tariffs take full effect.Spotlight Background,Light Spotlight,Black Spotlights,Ceiling spotlight
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