Germany's China Conundrum: A Warning Sign for European Industry Germany's trade deficit with China has widened significantly in the first half of 2026, despite Beijing's continued reliance on European industry.
German exports to China fell by over 12% year on year, while imports from China surged by nearly 9%.
This shift in the balance of trade reflects not only Germany's economic challenges but also a broader trend: China's accelerating move towards self sufficiency.