( September 21, 2026, 02:22 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China opposes any voluntary restrictions on exports of hybrid vehicles to the EU, saying such measures would seriously violate World Trade Organization rules, the Ministry of Commerce said in a statement on Friday. Responding to media reports that the EU wants China to voluntarily curb hybrid-vehicle exports or face potentially higher tariffs, a ministry spokesperson said any solution between China and the EU must balance both sides’ interests, comply with WTO rules and their respective domestic laws, and fully consider the interests of industries on both sides.The statement follows (in Chinese). ...
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