China challenges EU tariffs on electric vehicles at World Trade Organization

China has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization against the European Union's new tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles. The EU announced import duties of up to 35% last month, claiming these vehicles were unfairly undercutting local prices. China's diplomatic mission stated it "strongly opposes" the EU measures, arguing they protect the local EV industry and hinder the global shift to greener technologies. The tariffs are set to last for five years unless a resolution is reached. The dispute highlights tensions over Chinese government subsidies and their impact on European markets. The EU maintains that the tariffs are necessary to ensure fair competition and support its industrial base.