Germany's China calculation shifts as import pressures eclipse export benefits
But rising pressure on key industries has pushed Berlin and Paris to seek stronger EU trade-defense powers to protect its industrial base.
DW reports: But rising pressure on key industries has pushed Berlin and Paris to seek stronger EU trade-defense powers to protect its industrial base.
Germany long resisted tougher action against China because of retaliation fears.
This world story centres on Germany. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Germany's China, Berlin and Paris.
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