We Want German Company Freedom on Chinese Market: Machnig

The video discusses Germany's concerns about Chinese acquisitions of its technology companies, emphasizing the need for a balance between openness and security. It highlights the importance of reciprocity in market access for German and European companies in China. The issue of steel overcapacity in China is addressed, with a focus on the need for market-based structural changes. The video also covers discussions at the European level regarding trade defense and anti-dumping measures.

What is Germany's main concern regarding Chinese acquisitions?

• Labor market disruptions

• Environmental impact

• Loss of cultural heritage

• Security and military implications

How many Chinese mergers and acquisitions were discussed due to security reasons?

• About half of them

• All of them

• Two or three

• None of them

What does Germany seek in terms of market access with China?

• Complete ban on Chinese investments

• Higher tariffs on Chinese goods

• Reciprocity in market access

• Exclusive trade agreements

What progress has been made regarding steel overcapacities in China?

• Complete resolution of the issue

• No progress at all

• Some progress through international forums

• Increased overcapacities

What is the size of the overcapacity in China's steel market compared to Europe?

• Equal to Europe's capacity

• Triple the size of Europe's capacity

• Half the size of Europe's capacity

• Double the size of Europe's capacity

What is the European Union considering to address market economy status and takeovers?

• Increasing subsidies for local companies

• Banning all foreign investments

• Reducing import taxes

• Strengthening trade defense instruments

What is one of the key topics in the European Union's discussions on trade defense?

• Promoting local tourism

• Reducing trade with Asia

• Strengthening anti-dumping measures

• Increasing trade with the US