China extends anti-dumping probe into EU brandy

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China extends anti-dumping probe into EU brandy

2024-12-26 16:54 Last Updated At：20:37

China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Wednesday that it would extend the duration of an anti-dumping investigation into brandy originating from the European Union (EU).

The ministry will postpone the final ruling, given the complexity of the case and in accordance with relevant regulations, He Yongqian, spokeswoman of the ministry, said at a press conference in Beijing on Thursday.

The ministry initiated the investigation on Jan 5 this year following a request from the China Alcoholic Drinks Association on behalf of the domestic industry and it is initially set to conclude in January 2025.

Now the investigation has been extended until April 5, 2025, according to the ministry.

Since Oct 11, China has imposed temporary anti-dumping measures on brandy originating from the EU. Importers of brandy originating from the EU must place deposits with Chinese customs based on dumping margins of between 30.6 percent and 39 percent.

"At the request of the domestic brandy industry, the Ministry of Commerce initiated an anti-dumping investigation into relevant brandy originating and imported from the EU in January 2024. After the case was filed, the Chinese institutions have carried out investigations strictly following relevant Chinese laws and regulations and WTO rules, and made a preliminary ruling in August 2024. Currently, EU exporters have submitted price commitment applications, and the domestic brandy industry has asked for legal protection. Given the complexity of the case and at the EU's request, the investigating authority has decided to postpone the final ruling and hopes that all parties concerned will continue to cooperate with the investigation," said He.

CMG holds symposium to mark 85th anniversary of founding of people's radio broadcasting

China Media Group (CMG) held a symposium in Beijing on Tuesday to mark the 85th anniversary of the founding of the people's radio broadcasting.

Representatives of current and veteran radio hosts, scholars, and audience exchanged views on ways to promote cultural excellence and advance media integration.

The meeting noted that over the past 85 years, the people's radio broadcasting has developed in step with the nation and responded to public expectations.

China has accelerated high-quality development and innovation in radio broadcasting since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in 2012.

In recent years, China has pursued reform and innovation in radio broadcasting within the integrated framework of CMG, which was established in 2018. The sector has achieved a historic leap, featuring enriched content, diversified channels, deepened media convergence, and stronger influence in public opinion.

China commenced the people's radio broadcasting 85 years ago as Yan'an Xinhua Radio Station started broadcasting on Dec 30, 1940. In September 1947, Yan'an Xinhua Radio Station launched its first English program. It moved to Beijing in March 1949 and became a national radio after the founding of the People's Republic of China.