China to Study Proposed Tax Hike on Large Engine Car Imports

Some Chinese experts proposed increasing import tariffs on large engine cars and argued that such duties are in line with WTO rules, He Yadong, spokesman for China’s Ministry of Commerce, says at a briefing.

• The proposal is beneficial to the green transition of China’s car industry, He cites the unidentified experts as saying
• The official doesn’t offer further details or timetable on the plan
• NOTE: China Hosts Industry Meeting on Tariffs on Large-Engine Cars
• NOTE: China Firms Seek 25% Tax on EU Large Engine Cars: CCTV Account

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