The Ministry of Commerce responds to the European Commission's in-depth investigation into the initiation of foreign subsidy regulations for Chinese wind power enterprises

Beijing, February 4 (Xinhua) -- A spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce stated on the 4th that the European side frequently uses the "Foreign Subsidy Regulations" investigation tool to launch investigations into Chinese enterprises, and will upgrade the investigation into wind power and security equipment enterprises to an in-depth investigation, which is clearly targeted and discriminatory. The Chinese side is highly concerned and strongly dissatisfied with this.

A reporter asked: Recently, the European Commission announced that it will launch an in-depth investigation into Chinese wind power companies in accordance with the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). What is China's comment on this? The spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce responded to this.

The spokesperson pointed out that the investigation by the European side tends to generalize "foreign subsidies" and has many problems such as insufficient evidence for filing cases and opaque procedures, which is a typical practice of "protectionism" under the guise of "fair competition". In January 2025, the Ministry of Commerce conducted an investigation and determined that the relevant practices of the European side constituted trade and investment barriers in accordance with the law. The European side not only failed to correct it, but also went further and further down the wrong path.

The spokesperson said that Chinese green industry enterprises such as wind power rely on continuous technological innovation, a sound industrial system, and sufficient market competition to provide high-quality green products and make positive contributions to the global response to climate change. The abuse of investigation by the European side not only seriously interferes with the mutually beneficial cooperation between the Chinese and European industries, affects the confidence of Chinese enterprises to invest in Europe, but also delays the process of their own and even the global green transformation.

The spokesperson stated that China has always advocated resolving differences through dialogue and consultation, and opposes politicizing and politicizing economic and trade issues. We urge the European side to immediately correct its erroneous practices, use FSR unilateral investigation tools with caution, and create a fair, just, and predictable market environment for China Europe cooperation. The Chinese side will closely monitor the follow-up progress and take necessary measures to resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises.