德国官员：美关税政策干扰全球产业链稳定

Group 1 - The Deputy Prime Minister of Bavaria, Aiwanger, criticized the US tariff policy for disrupting global supply chains and hindering technological progress, stating that tariffs cannot compensate for competitive shortcomings [1][3] - Bavaria, a hub for the automotive industry with companies like BMW and Audi, has faced significant losses due to high tariffs on car exports to the US, which are estimated to cost the German automotive sector billions of euros annually despite a recent reduction in tariffs to 15% [3] - Aiwanger emphasized the challenges facing the global automotive industry, including geopolitical tensions, supply chain restructuring, and rising protectionism, arguing that tariffs harm both German and European interests while increasing costs for American consumers [3] Group 2 - Aiwanger opposes high US tariffs and also does not support the EU imposing additional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, highlighting China's role as a significant consumer market and an important partner for the German automotive industry [5] - He advocates for improving global competitiveness through internal reforms rather than relying on tariffs as a solution to competitive disadvantages [5]