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Why Europe Cant Quit Chinese Air Conditioners
The Eurozone imports more air conditioners from China than ever before, even as EU policymakers push for 'de-risking' and trade rebalancing. In Episode 88 of The European Economy Podcast, Lucas and Luna drill into a single telling data point: Chinese AC exports to Europe rose 22% year-over-year as of May 2026. They trace how Europe's heat waves, fragmented manufacturing, and high energy prices make Chinese units nearly impossible to replace. Along the way they cite the latest Eurozone GDP figures and a fresh CNBC headline on EU-China trade tensions. A focused look at why the…
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