Trump Tariffs Fuel China’s Electric Vehicle Expansion in Central Asia

Trump Tariffs Fuel China’s Electric Vehicle Expansion in Central Asia

RFE/RL staff RFE/RL journalists report the news in 21 countries where a free press is banned by the government or not fully established. We provide what many… More Info Premium Content By RFE/RL staff – Apr 10, 2025, 11:00 AM CDT Chinese electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular in Central Asia due to lower prices, government incentives such as tax breaks, and the establishment of local production facilities. Global trade dynamics, including US tariffs and sanctions on Russia,...
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What to know about Europe’s tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

What to know about Europe’s tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

FRANKFURT, Germany — The European Union has finalized its sharply higher customs duties on electric vehicles imported from China. EVs are the latest flash point in a broader trade dispute over Chinese government subsidies and Beijing’s burgeoning exports of green technology to the 27-nation bloc. The duties took effect provisionally in July and were finalized after talks between the EU and China failed to resolve their differences. Negotiations are expected to continue, and the EU co...
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EU to imposes tariffs of up to 48% on electric vehicle imports from China

EU to imposes tariffs of up to 48% on electric vehicle imports from China

The measures are “a speeding ticket aimed to slow China,” said Bill Russo, founder and chief executive officer of Shanghai-based advisory firm Automobility. By Alberto Nardelli and Jorge Valero The European Union will impose additional tariffs on electric cars shipped from China starting next month, taking levies to as much as 48% in a move that further escalates trade tensions and adds to the cost of buying an EV.   The bloc formally notified carmakers including BYD, Geely and MG owner SAI...
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