为对付我国稀土出口管制，德国提议动用“核选项”，但立马被打脸

Core Viewpoint - The European Union (EU) is set to discuss strategies regarding China's expanded rare earth export controls and the Netherlands' forced control over ASML's assets during the EU leaders' summit on October 23 [1] Group 1: EU's Response to China's Trade Measures - EU countries, particularly France and Germany, are advocating for a tougher stance on trade with China, with Germany suggesting the use of the "nuclear option" or "anti-coercion mechanism" in response to China's rare earth export controls [3][7] - The "anti-coercion mechanism," established in 2023, allows the EU to restrict trade and services, reduce certain intellectual property rights, limit foreign direct investment, and control public procurement access [5] Group 2: Germany's Trade Relations with China - Despite Germany's tough rhetoric, recent data shows that China has replaced the United States as Germany's largest trading partner from January to August this year, with trade volume reaching €163.4 billion, slightly above the €162.8 billion with the U.S. [9][11] - The rapid return of China as Germany's top trading partner indicates the strong economic interdependence between Germany and China, suggesting that attempts to weaken this relationship may be misguided [11]