Commissioner Šefčovič in China to discuss trade and investment relations
Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maroš Šefčovič will be in Beijing on 27 and 28 March, for his first official visit under the new Commission mandate. The aim of the visit is to foster a more balanced and cooperative trade relationship between the EU and China, with a focus on reciprocity, transparency, and mutual benefit. EU-China trade relations are worth €730 billion annually.
The Commissioner will meet key representatives of the Chinese government, including Vice Premier He Lifeng and Minister for Customs Sun Meijun, on Thursday 27 March, and Minister for Commerce Wang Wentao, on Friday 28 March. In his meetings, he will address the EU’s systemic concerns over the negative impact of China’s non-market policies and practices, and raise market access barrier issues affecting EU exports and investment in China. In particular, one of the aims of the trip will be exploring ways to align Chinese investments in the EU with EU priorities and policy objectives. On Thursday, the Commissioner will also engage with European business representatives via the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.
