MOFCOM said communications in the China‑EU trade and economic sphere are smooth. On June 9 Vice Minister and deputy chief trade negotiator Ling Ji met European Commission Director‑General for Trade and Economic Security Jorgensen at EC headquarters to discuss the China‑EU trade and investment consultation mechanism and to prepare upcoming ministerial‑level consultations. The EU told China it does not seek a trade war and supports constructive dialogue; China said it will work with the EU to mana

MOFCOM said communications in the China‑EU trade and economic sphere are smooth. On June 9 Vice Minister and deputy chief trade negotiator Ling Ji met European Commission Director‑General for Trade and Economic Security Jorgensen at EC headquarters to discuss the China‑EU trade and investment consultation mechanism and to prepare upcoming ministerial‑level consultations. The EU told China it does not seek a trade war and supports constructive dialogue; China said it will work with the EU to manage differences through negotiation, address disputes and promote pragmatic cooperation to keep bilateral trade healthy and stable.