EU plan to press ahead with China EV tariffs bad for ties and green ambitions -Xinhua

“Instead of fostering co-operation, these tariffs risk sparking a trade conflict that could harm not only China-EU relations but also Europe’s own ambition for a green transition,” it said. The European Commission‘s decision to press ahead with tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles threatens to undermine decades of cooperation between China and the EU, and endangers… Continue reading EU plan to press ahead with China EV tariffs bad for ties and green ambitions -Xinhua

EU imposes up to 45% tariffs on Chinese EVs; ‘unfair’, says Beijing

EU imposes up to 45% tariffs on Chinese EVs; ‘unfair’, says Beijing The European Union (EU) voted on Friday to impose tariffs as high as 45% on electric vehicles from China, threatening a broader trade conflict with Beijing which has already vowed to protect its companies. Shares in European automakers rose after the vote. The… Continue reading EU imposes up to 45% tariffs on Chinese EVs; ‘unfair’, says Beijing

General Motors halts vehicle production at two US plants due to Hurricane Helene

General Motors halts vehicle production at two US plants due to Hurricane Helene. General Motors has temporarily halted truck and SUV production at two assembly plants in Texas and Michigan because of impacts to its suppliers due to Hurricane Helene, the automaker said Friday. The Detroit automaker said production at Flint Assembly and Arlington Assembly… Continue reading General Motors halts vehicle production at two US plants due to Hurricane Helene

EU tests mettle to take on China with new EV tariff fight

EU tests mettle to take on China with new EV tariff fight. The European Union unleashed one of its most powerful economic tools on China, imposing tariffs on electric vehicles in a move that increases the risk of retaliatory measures and backfiring on domestic consumers and companies. French President Emmanuel Macron warned this week that… Continue reading EU tests mettle to take on China with new EV tariff fight

C-BAM aims to reward India’s investment in green energy: French Envoy to OECD

C-BAM, which will come into effect in January 2026, imposes a carbon tariff on products like steel, cement and electricity imported to the EU. The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (C-BAM), introduced by the European Union, aims to recognise and reward India‘s significant investment in green energy, said Amelie de Montchalin, France’s permanent representative to the… Continue reading C-BAM aims to reward India’s investment in green energy: French Envoy to OECD

EU executive to adopt tariffs on Chinese EVs after vote

10 EU members backed tariffs and five voted against, with 12 abstentions. The European Commission said on Friday it had received enough support in a vote of EU members to impose tariffs of up to 45% on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles in the bloc’s highest profile trade case, risking retaliation from Beijing. The Commission,… Continue reading EU executive to adopt tariffs on Chinese EVs after vote

Vedanta reports rise in production of aluminium, zinc, iron ore in Q2

The aluminium output grew 3 % to 6,09,000 tonnes in the second quarter compared to the same period last year, Vedanta said. Mining giant Vedanta Ltd on Friday reported a rise in production of aluminium, zinc and iron ore in the September quarter. However, the production of steel, mined metal overseas and oil and gas… Continue reading Vedanta reports rise in production of aluminium, zinc, iron ore in Q2

US, India to cooperate on critical minerals: statement

Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal. The United States and India are set to work together on supply chains for critical minerals that are key to clean energy technologies, the US Commerce Department said Thursday in a statement. US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal met in… Continue reading US, India to cooperate on critical minerals: statement

Green hydrogen hype fades as high costs force project retreat

Climate-friendly hydrogen was one of the most-hyped sectors in green energy. Climate-friendly hydrogen was one of the most-hyped sectors in green energy. Now the reality of its high cost is taking its toll. In recent months, some of the biggest would-be developers of the fuel have canceled projects, axed orders and scaled back investment plans.… Continue reading Green hydrogen hype fades as high costs force project retreat

Spain calls for compromise with China ahead of EU vote on EV tariffs

Spain calls for compromise with China ahead of EU vote on EV tariffs. The European Union should seek a compromise and negotiated outcome with China, Spain said on Thursday, on the eve of a crucial EU vote on electric vehicle (EV) tariffs. Instead of imposing tariffs, the EU should “keep negotiations open … beyond the… Continue reading Spain calls for compromise with China ahead of EU vote on EV tariffs