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ECIPE's David Henig argues against EU protectionism in China policy debate

ECIPE's David Henig argues Brussels should reject "China Shock 2.0" protectionism, writing that real economic security comes from global competitiveness and business led adaptation, not self sufficiency or economic warfare.

Verified Opinion AI-drafted ECIPE insight, 27 August 2026

What the source does not establish. This is ECIPE's own policy position, not a Commission decision or a change to EU industrial policy.

Index score. No movement: no answer to who owns, who operates, whose law governs or who made the parts changes. Weight 0. Position paper on EU China policy; addresses EU wide debate, moves no question by itself.. European Sovereignty Index

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