European Union trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic is scheduled to meet with Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao in Brussels on June 29 to discuss ongoing trade issues between the EU and China. The meeting aims to foster dialogue amid rising concerns over trade imbalances that have strained economic relations between the two parties.

An EU trade spokesperson, Olof Gill, confirmed the upcoming talks, emphasizing the bloc’s intent to engage constructively with China to address these challenges. The European Union has recently intensified its focus on the significant trade deficit it faces with China, which reached approximately $412 billion in goods last year. This figure highlights a substantial gap, with the EU importing considerably more from China than it exports to the country.

The meeting comes at a time when the EU is seeking sustainable solutions to rebalance trade and reduce dependence on Chinese imports, which have been a point of contention in broader economic discussions. Officials from both sides are expected to explore opportunities for cooperation, regulatory alignment, and potential steps to ease tensions that have surfaced in recent years.

No further details on the specific agenda or expected outcomes of the Brussels talks have been disclosed. However, the engagement reflects a shared interest in maintaining open communication channels amid a complex backdrop of global trade dynamics, where both the EU and China remain critical players.