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German Foreign Minister talks supply chain concerns in Beijing, cautions against EU tariffs

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On Monday, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul kicked off his long-awaited visit to Beijing, meeting with:

Vice President Han Zheng
Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Commerce Minister Wang Wentao

ICYMI: Originally scheduled for October, the visit was postponed after Wadephul’s repeated criticism of Chi...



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