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China warns of countermeasures against EU CBAM to safeguard development interests

Published 08:21 on January 2, 2026 / Last updated at 08:21 on January 2, 2026 / / Asia Pacific (Asia), International (CBAM & Tariffs)

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China has said it would take all necessary measures in response to trade restrictions under the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which enters its full implementation phase from 2026 after a two-year pilot.
China has said it would take all necessary measures in response to trade restrictions under the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which enters its full implementation phase from 2026 after a two-year pilot.


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