https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-warns-eu-not-to-fantasise-on-trade-approach-after-kill-switch-threatContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-warns-eu-not-to-fantasise-on-trade-approach-after-kill-switch-threathttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-warns-eu-not-to-fantasise-on-trade-approach-after-kill-switch-threat#u144355Wed, 21 Oct 2026 21:15:29 +0000China's Ministry of Commerce has warned the European Union not to "fantasise" that trade pressure will secure concessions from Beijing. This follows EU efforts to implement a "kill switch" and diversification tools to reduce reliance on Chinese imports. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is currently eyeing new import curbs on Chinese machinery and chemicals. While Brussels seeks faster de-risking, Beijing has urged the EU to stop counting on pressure after a 16-point trade understanding.Why it mattersThe EU is expanding its trade arsenal to block impor