欧盟刚对稀土松一口气，就又收到坏消息：猪肉产品被中国加税

Group 1 - The core message of the article highlights that the EU has received positive news regarding rare earth supply from China, as China has begun issuing one-year general licenses for rare earth exports to European companies [1][3] - The EU has expressed concerns over China's complex export licensing procedures since the implementation of the rare earth export license system in April, with over 2,000 applications submitted by European companies, of which only slightly more than half were approved [3][5] - China's decision to simplify the licensing process and extend its validity is seen as a strategic move to stabilize the global supply chain, particularly for critical materials essential for the EU's electric vehicles and clean technologies [5][7] Group 2 - In contrast, China has announced anti-dumping duties on pork and pork products from the EU, effective December 17, indicating a calculated response to perceived dumping practices that harm domestic industries [3][5] - The dual approach of easing rare earth export controls while imposing tariffs on EU pork products reflects China's intention to maintain fair trade practices and protect its domestic market [7][9] - The article emphasizes that the EU and China have significant trade interdependence, with bilateral trade expected to reach €850 billion in 2024, suggesting that cooperation in areas like new energy and digital economy could be more beneficial than competition [7][9]