https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-aims-for-tougher-china-trade-package-in-coming-weeksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-aims-for-tougher-china-trade-package-in-coming-weekshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-aims-for-tougher-china-trade-package-in-coming-weeks#u55803Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:16:47 +0000Germany is moving toward a more aggressive trade stance against China, with coalition parties seeking tougher European Union action and industry leaders pressing Friedrich Merz for a harder policy. The government aims to finalize a more stringent trade package in the coming weeks. This shift follows reports that German firms are struggling to adapt to increasing challenges from Chinese competitors. The effort represents a coordinated push from both political leadership and the industrial sector to protect domestic economic interests.Why it mattersGermany has historically maintained deep econom