Cheers to a truce in the trade world’s latest drama! 🇨🇳 The Chinese mainland announced it will waive anti-dumping duties on EU brandy imports—but only if producers stick to agreed price terms. Talk about a *sip-and-see* negotiation! 🕵️♂️
China’s Ministry of Commerce accepted pledges from 34 European brands, ending a months-long probe into alleged unfair pricing. The ruling, effective immediately, avoids steep tariffs (up to 34.9%!) that could’ve turned your favorite cognac into a luxury few could afford. 💸
Why it matters? 🌐 This move cools trade tensions between two economic giants while keeping shelves stocked with premium spirits. For young entrepreneurs and investors, it’s a lesson in how global markets balance competition and collaboration. 🧠💼
Pro tip: Watch how this impacts luxury markets and cross-border e-commerce trends. Could this be a blueprint for future EU-China deals? 🚀
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China waives EU brandy duties if price terms met, accepting 34 pledges
cgtn.com