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Von der Leyen’s ‘de-risking’ is a tougher stance on China

Ursula von der Leyen takes a realistic line on China and calls for the 'de-risking' of the EU's relationship. The EU will establish restrictions on trade in highly sensitive technologies and reassess its Comprehensive Agreement on Investment with China.

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  • Ursula von der Leyen takes a realistic line on China in a landmark speech.
  • She calls for the 'de-risking' of the EU's relationship with China.
  • The EU will establish restrictions on trade in highly sensitive technologies.
  • The EU will reassess its Comprehensive Agreement on Investment with China.
  • The speech marks a shift in EU thinking on China towards economic security.
Von der Leyen’s ‘de-risking’ is a tougher stance on China
Worsening relations with Beijing have spurred the European Commission’s president to outspoken criticism
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