Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
Germany-China relations have stabilized at the political level following Chancellor Merz's February 2026 visit to Beijing, with both sides reaffirming their strategic partnership and committing to structured bilateral consultations. However, the structural economic tensions driving Germany's record EUR 90 billion trade deficit with China remain unresolved, and European businesses should not mistake diplomatic normalization for improved market conditions.
As the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism enters its definitive phase, China-based heavy industry faces a permanently altered cost landscape, one where carbon intensity is now a priced factor of competitiveness, not an externality.
China monthly tax brief February 2026 highlights a pivotal month shaped by the rollout of the new VAT Law and a surge of aligning tax policies. New incentives, compliance signals, and special zone updates together redefine China’s evolving tax environment.
China’s updated Catalogue of Encouraged Service Imports (2026) identifies priority sectors to import high-quality international services.
Guangzhou and Foshan have jointly introduced measures to simplify work permit procedures and improve mobility for foreign professionals. The policy aims to reduce administrative burdens and support deeper integration under the Guangfo “same‑city” initiative.
In this China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. Data is as of March 2026.
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