王文涛部长与欧盟委员会贸易和经济安全委员谢夫乔维奇举行视频会谈

Core Viewpoint - The recent video meeting between Chinese Minister Wang Wentao and EU Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Valdis Dombrovskis focused on key issues in China-EU economic and trade relations, including export controls and the EU's anti-subsidy measures against Chinese electric vehicles [1][2]. Group 1: Economic and Trade Relations - The meeting emphasized the importance of implementing the consensus reached during the 25th China-EU leaders' meeting, aiming for healthy and stable development of economic relations [1]. - Both parties agreed to hold a "upgraded" China-EU export control dialogue mechanism meeting in Brussels as soon as possible [2]. Group 2: Export Control Issues - Wang Wentao stated that China's recent measures on rare earth export controls are a normal practice to improve the export control system, reflecting China's commitment to global peace and stability [1]. - The EU side expressed understanding of China's export control measures due to national security concerns and hoped for expedited approval of applications from EU companies during the implementation process [1]. Group 3: Semiconductor Concerns - Wang Wentao firmly opposed the broadening of the "national security" concept regarding the ASML semiconductor issue and urged the EU to play a constructive role in resolving the matter [1]. - The EU expressed willingness to assist in enhancing communication between China and the Netherlands to find a solution for the semiconductor issue [1][2].