The Ministry of Commerce held a regular press conference on the 17th. In response to related questions, press spokesman He Yadong said that the Chinese side has taken note of the European Commission's release of draft legislation on the “Public Procurement Law.” The draft establishes a “European priority” clause, and also requires the inclusion of non-market factors such as safety in bid evaluation criteria to exclude or restrict enterprises from third countries that do not meet the requirements. The Chinese side is very concerned about this. He Yadong said that China urges the European side to abide by WTO rules, keep the market open, amend the discriminatory provisions in the law, and create a fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory business environment for enterprises to invest and operate in Europe. The Chinese side will pay close attention to the European legislative process and evaluate the relevant impact in a timely manner.

The Ministry of Commerce held a regular press conference on the 17th. In response to related questions, press spokesman He Yadong said that the Chinese side has taken note of the European Commission's release of draft legislation on the “Public Procurement Law.” The draft establishes a “European priority” clause, and also requires the inclusion of non-market factors such as safety in bid evaluation criteria to exclude or restrict enterprises from third countries that do not meet the requirements. The Chinese side is very concerned about this. He Yadong said that China urges the European side to abide by WTO rules, keep the market open, amend the discriminatory provisions in the law, and create a fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory business environment for enterprises to invest and operate in Europe. The Chinese side will pay close attention to the European legislative process and evaluate the relevant impact in a timely manner.