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Chinese commerce minister meets Volkswagen, Bosch heads

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Posted on March 23, 2026

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· Last updated: April 1, 2026

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BEIJING, March 23 (Reuters) - China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with heads of German companies Volkswagen Group and Bosch on Sunday to discuss opportunities and challenges in economic and

China’s Commerce Minister Discusses Trade with Volkswagen and Bosch Executives

Key Discussions on China-EU Economic and Trade Relations

Meeting Overview

BEIJING, March 23 (Reuters) - China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with heads of German companies Volkswagen Group and Bosch on Sunday to discuss opportunities and challenges in economic and trade relations between China and the European Union.

Focus on Trade Frictions

Wang emphasised the need to "properly resolve trade frictions through dialogue and consultation during the talks, the ministry said in a statement.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Liz Lee and the Beijing newsroom; Writing by Farah Master; Editing by Jacqueline Wong)

Key Takeaways

Wang underscored the importance of using dialogue and consultation to address trade tensions between China and the EU, promoting stability in economic relations (english.www.gov.cn)
This meeting aligns with China’s broader strategy of pursuing balanced trade—expanding imports while stabilizing exports—to enhance economic resilience (en.people.cn)
Both Volkswagen and Bosch have been deepening investment in China, notably in electric vehicles, intelligent mobility and R&D—highlighting long‑term industrial cooperation despite trade uncertainties (english.news.cn)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who did China's Commerce Minister meet with?

China's Commerce Minister met with the heads of Volkswagen Group and Bosch.

What was discussed during the meeting?

The meeting focused on economic and trade relations between China and the European Union, including opportunities and challenges.

What did the Commerce Minister emphasize?

The minister emphasized the need to resolve trade frictions through dialogue and consultation.

When and where did the meeting take place?

The meeting took place on Sunday in Beijing.

Which companies were represented at the meeting?

Volkswagen Group and Bosch were represented at the meeting with China’s Commerce Minister.

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