EU leaders have characterized China as a partner, competitor, and systemic rival, leading to a decision to impose tariffs on Chinese-made EVs. This reflects the EU's struggle to balance member states' interests in protecting trade against attracting Chinese investment. The voting on the tariff proposal revealed divisions among member states, with Germany opposing the tariffs to protect its automotive industry. The EU's move indicates a shift towards a more protectionist stance, which has prompted retaliatory threats from China. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)