France Backs UK Inclusion in EU 'Made in Europe' Legislation
Source Summary
France has withdrawn its opposition to the UK being included in the EU's 'Made in Europe' legislation, provided Britain aligns with the EU's tariff position on Chinese electric vehicles. Germany had previously supported the UK's designation as European under the Industrial Accelerator Act, which aims to protect domestic manufacturing from low-cost Chinese competition. The legislation remains in draft stage.
Why it matters
France's reversal removes a key obstacle to UK participation in EU industrial policy, contingent on trade alignment that could reshape post-Brexit economic relations.
What remains uncertain
The source does not specify whether the UK government has agreed to or will align with the EU's tariff position on Chinese EVs.
