https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/beijing-criticises-push-for-european-section-301-style-tool-to-counter-chinaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/beijing-criticises-push-for-european-section-301-style-tool-to-counter-chinahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/beijing-criticises-push-for-european-section-301-style-tool-to-counter-china#u103029Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:40:32 +0000Beijing has strongly criticised European discussions regarding a new Section 301-style trade tool aimed at countering China. Chinese officials warn that the implementation of such curbs would severely damage mutual trust and disrupt bilateral trade negotiations. The Ministry of Commerce cautions that any measures targeting Chinese businesses or trade will face a firm response and retaliation from Beijing. Meanwhile, industry representatives express concern that these escalating trade restrictions risk undermining broader industrial cooperation and delicate supply chains between China and Europ