# Merz, Macron seek tougher EU measures against unfair trade

> German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron sent a joint appeal to the European Commission on Monday, calling for tougher EU measures against unfair trade practices by other states.

- Published: 2026-10-05T17:30:02.996Z
- Updated: 2026-10-13T11:30:53.797Z
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- Topics: Politics
- Involves: Andrij Sybiha, BTA, Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry, Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz, Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron, IMEAK, Mao Ning, Mark Rutte, Maros Sefcovic, Rumen Radew

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