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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 20 MIN

The economic battle between Brussels and Beijing

from Brussels, My Love?

As tensions between Brussels and Beijing escalate, the EU is stepping up efforts to tackle Chinese overcapacity and pursue a strategy of "de-risking" its economic relationship with China. But what does de-risking actually mean? Could it lead to higher prices for consumers? And how close are the EU and China to a full-blown trade war? This week, Méabh Mc Mahon is joined by EU-Asia relations expert Stefania Benaglia, PPF Group's Chief External Affairs Officer Jan Růžička, and Euronews political correspondent Jorge Liboreiro to unpack the growing trade dispute. From industrial policy and economic security to Europe's competitiveness and global ambitions, the panel explores what is at stake for businesses, policymakers, and citizens across Europe. Brussels, My Love? is Euronews' weekly podcast hosted by Méabh Mc Mahon, giving you all the context you need to make sense of the European Union (EU).From plans to transition from an economic trading bloc to a military powerhouse to bans on tofu sausages, you’ll discover how EU laws are debated and created, along with sharp analysis from some of Brussels’ brightest minds.Do you want to get in touch? Email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As tensions between Brussels and Beijing escalate, the EU is stepping up efforts to tackle Chinese overcapacity and pursue a strategy of "de-risking" its economic relationship with China. But what does de-risking actually mean? Could it lead to higher prices for consumers? And how close are the EU and China to a full-blown trade war? This week, Méabh Mc Mahon is joined by EU-Asia relations expert Stefania Benaglia, PPF Group's Chief External Affairs Officer Jan Růžička, and Euronews political correspondent Jorge Liboreiro to unpack the growing trade dispute. From industrial policy and economic security to Europe's competitiveness and global ambitions, the panel explores what is at stake for businesses, policymakers, and citizens across Europe. Brussels, My Love? is Euronews' weekly podcast hosted by Méabh Mc Mahon, giving you all the context you need to make sense of the European Union (EU).From plans to transition from an economic trading bloc to a military powerhouse to bans on tofu sausages, you’ll discover how EU laws are debated and created, along with sharp analysis from some of Brussels’ brightest minds.Do you want to get in touch? Email us at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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