EU Can't Be Too Dependent on Foreign Powers: Commissioner Gentiloni

The video discusses the EU's cautious stance on the brewing conflict between the US and China, emphasizing the lessons learned from over-dependence on Russian energy. It highlights the EU's shift towards de-risking rather than decoupling from China, focusing on securing supply chains in strategic sectors like rare minerals. The EU aims to build its capacity while maintaining trade relations with China, avoiding economic risks.

What lesson did the EU learn from its dependency on foreign powers, particularly in the energy sector?

• To increase reliance on Russian gas

• To avoid repeating past mistakes and seek autonomy

• To strengthen ties with China

• To reduce trade with the United States

How is the concept of 'de-risking' different from 'decoupling' in the context of EU-China relations?

• Decoupling is about increasing dependency on China

• De-risking focuses on securing supply chains without ending trade

• Decoupling means maintaining current trade levels

• De-risking involves cutting all ties with China

What significant move is Italy reportedly considering regarding its relationship with China?

• Reducing trade with the United States

• Increasing trade with China

• Opting out of the Belt and Road initiative

• Joining the Belt and Road initiative

Why is it challenging for the EU to unwind its supply chains with China?

• The EU lacks resources to build its own capacity

• China has banned EU imports

• The supply chains are deeply intertwined

• The EU has no trade agreements with other countries

What approach does the EU plan to take in securing its supply chains?

• Relying solely on US support

• Ending all trade relations with China

• Building its own capacity in strategic sectors

• Exploiting resources in Africa