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France and Germany to Develop Joint Roadmap on Chinese Trade Imbalances

President Emmanuel Macron and Chancellor Friedrich Merz have announced plans to draft a strategy addressing trade practices with China by this September.

By 18 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET Updated 18 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET

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According to The Local, French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have agreed to collaborate on a new roadmap to address trade imbalances with China. The initiative aims to tackle what has been described as unfair trade practices within the economic relationship.

The announcement was made by President Macron on Friday during an appearance alongside Chancellor Merz. Both leaders intend for this joint framework to be finalised by September.

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