Foreign Minister Motegi Holds Talks with Foreign Ministers of France, Italy and the UK, Calls for Appropriate Response on EU Exclusion of Japanese-Made EVs from Preferential Treatment
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Foreign Minister Motegi held talks with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot in Paris, France, which he visited on the 9th. During the talks, the issue of the European Union (EU) excluding Japanese-made electric vehicles (EVs) from subsidies and tax preferences was raised. Foreign Minister Motegi reportedly called on the EU side to take appropriate measures regarding Japanese-made EVs.
In addition to his talks with France, Foreign Minister Motegi also held individual meetings with the foreign ministers of Italy and the United Kingdom. It is believed that he exchanged views with each foreign minister on this issue and conveyed Japan's position. Demand for EVs is spreading worldwide, and since subsidies and tax systems in each country have a significant impact on automakers' sales, this issue is an important challenge for Japan's automotive industry.
The EU is promoting the spread of EVs as an environmental measure. On the other hand, if the EU's system excludes products manufactured in specific countries from preferential treatment, it could affect trade and the competitive conditions of companies. The Japanese government plans to continue discussions with the countries concerned while calling for Japanese companies to be treated fairly.
This series of talks provided an opportunity to directly convey Japan's concerns about the EU's system to each country. Attention is now focused on how the EU side will respond going forward.
Sources: 読売新聞
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