Ministry of Commerce Spokesperson's Remarks on the European Commission's In-depth Investigation into Chinese Wind Power Enterprises Under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation

A journalist asked: Recently, the European Commission announced that it has launched an in-depth investigation into Chinese wind power companies under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). What is China’s comment on this?

Answer: China has noted the relevant situation. Recently, the European side has frequently used the FSR investigation tool to launch investigations into Chinese companies, and has even escalated investigations into wind power and security inspection equipment companies to in-depth investigations. These actions are clearly targeted and discriminatory, and China is highly concerned and strongly dissatisfied with this.

The European side’s relevant investigations generalize the concept of "foreign subsidies," suffering from numerous issues such as insufficient evidence for case initiation and lack of transparency in procedures, and are typical examples of practicing protectionism under the guise of "fair competition." In January 2025, after conducting an investigation, the Ministry of Commerce determined in accordance with the law that the European side’s relevant practices constitute trade and investment barriers. Instead of correcting its mistakes, the European side has gone further down the wrong path.

Chinese companies in green industries such as wind power rely on continuous technological innovation, a well-developed industrial system, and full market competition to provide high-quality green products for global climate change efforts, making positive contributions. The European side’s abuse of investigations not only seriously disrupts mutually beneficial industrial cooperation between China and Europe and affects the confidence of Chinese companies investing in Europe but will also delay the green transition process in Europe and globally.

China has always advocated resolving differences through dialogue and consultation and opposes the politicization and over-securitization of economic and trade issues. We urge the European side to immediately correct its wrong practices, exercise caution in using the FSR unilateral investigation tool, and create a fair, just, and predictable market environment for China-Europe cooperation. China will closely monitor subsequent developments and take necessary measures to resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies.