The Ministry of Commerce responds to media reports that the EU hopes China will voluntarily restrict the export of hybrid cars to Europe

Beijing, September 18 (Xinhua) -- A spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce stated on the 18th that the European Union hopes that China will voluntarily restrict the export of hybrid vehicles to Europe. When asked by reporters, the so-called voluntary export restrictions seriously violate WTO rules, market economy laws, and fair competition principles. China firmly opposes this.

A reporter asked: Recently, there have been media reports that the European Union hopes that China will voluntarily restrict the export of hybrid cars to Europe, otherwise it may face higher tariffs. What is China's comment on this?

The spokesperson said that China's position is consistent, and any solution between China and Europe must ensure a balance of interests, comply with WTO rules and respective domestic laws, and fully take into account the interests of both sides' industries.