JENS KASTNER

Jens Kastner is a journalist at Nikkei covering business. He has reported on topics such as German automakers pressuring EU leaders to drop China EV tariffs and the shift of some German toymakers back to Europe for faster market response times. His articles provide insights into the changing dynamics of global manufacturing and trade, highlighting the challenges faced by companies in navigating complex international landscapes.

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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Recent Articles

EU and China to Discuss Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles Amidst Subsidy Concerns

EU and China to Discuss Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles Amidst Subsidy Concerns

Broke On: Saturday, 22 June 2024 The EU and China have initiated consultations over the EU's proposed tariffs on electric vehicles imported from China, following findings of heavy government subsidies in China's electric vehicle sector. Germany, with significant auto industry involvement, has been vocal about the issue. The EU Commission proposes tariffs up to 48%, while China criticizes it as protectionism and calls for dialogue. German automakers fear harm to local industry if tariffs are imposed, while China sets ambitious goals for green transformation and domestic electric vehicle production.