Chinese commerce minister meets European Parliament trade committee chair Lange

( October 29, 2026, 02:53 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China has raised concerns over the EU’s recent push to introduce trade restrictions, warning that the measures could disrupt supply chains and cooperation between Chinese and European companies, according to a statement published Wednesday by China’s Ministry of Commerce. Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao expressed the concerns during a meeting with Bernd Lange, chair of the European Parliament’s International Trade Committee, on Tuesday. Wang called for resolving trade disputes through dialogue and expanding two-way investment, EU exports to China and cooperation in emerging sectors. Lange said the EU welcomed Chinese investment and supported continued dialogue to manage trade differences. Statement follows (in Chinese). ...

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