Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun

In response to a question regarding French President Emmanuel Macron's address at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 on Tuesday in Davos, Switzerland, in which he said that "China is welcome, but what we need is more Chinese foreign direct investments in Europe, in some key sectors," China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Wednesday that the essence of China-EU economic and trade relations lies in complementary advantages and mutual benefit and win-win outcomes.
 
The competitive edge of Chinese products does not stem from subsidies, but is the result of massive investment in research and development, full market competition, and a complete industrial chain working together. China has never deliberately pursued trade surpluses, and it is not only willing to serve as the world's factory but also as the world's market, Guo said, while expressing hope that the European side will adopt a long-term perspective and an open mindset, meet China halfway, and promote the sustained and healthy development of China-EU economic and trade relations. 

The Chinese government has consistently encouraged and supported Chinese companies that are capable and willing to invest and operate in Europe in accordance with market-oriented principles. We hope the European side will provide a fair, nondiscriminatory, transparent and predictable market environment for Chinese businesses, Guo said.

Global Times