# EU Proposes Trade Kill Switch Amid China Pressure

China warns EU against overestimating pressure effectiveness. EU proposes a trade 'kill switch' for retaliation. Chemicals and machinery are key sectors. Proposal backed by all 27 leaders.

https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3371752/eu-its-own-worst-enemy

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Created: 2026-10-31T11:59:20.531105+00:00

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Original source: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3371752/eu-its-own-worst-enemy