EU Weighs Delaying Chemical Probes Over China Talks, Trading Partner Backlash Concerns, Sources Say

The European Commission is considering delaying two investigations into global chemical imports over concerns that launching the probes in the coming weeks could complicate ongoing EU talks with Beijing and further strain relations with key trading partners, according to three people familiar with the matter

Published on Jul 24, 2026

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