EU backs trade ‘kill switch’, China exports surge, third-quarter GDP

European Union leaders have agreed to create a tool that could potentially block Chinese goods from entering the EU market. This "kill switch" would give the EU the ability to quickly respond to a surge in low-cost imports, which have pushed the bilateral trade deficit to a record high. The move aims to protect EU industries from being undercut by cheap Chinese goods and maintain fair trade practices. The EU's decision could have significant implications for global trade and may lead to increased tensions with China.

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The European Union is considering a tool to limit Chinese goods due to a growing trade deficit. This could lead to a decrease in Chinese exports to the EU, affecting China's economy.

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