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Social partners call on EU institutions to introduce new trade measures by April 2026

Iron ore imports increased by 0.7% year-on-year during the period

German Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil called for closing the «loophole» in sanctions and strengthening the protection of European steelmakers

The situation is changing due to production disruptions and import restrictions

The EC proposal is a change in approach to WTO rules

Local steel producers are disappointed with the government's decision

Countries reinforce trade defenses to curb growing Chinese steel exports

The European Commission proposes a substantial reduction in quotas and a 50% tariff on all imports outside the quota

These products often circumvent trade defense measures and CBAM, according to the association

In this way, the bloc aims to mirror the policies of other jurisdictions, in particular the US

European steel market requires smarter policy, not just protectionism

The bloc also plans to link public procurement to European products