# CNBC Daily Open: The blame game — Brussels vs. Beijing

https://mins.news/en/item/90900

- CNBC, 2026-10-08 06:45 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/08/cnbc-daily-europe-autos-china-trade-sefcovic.html

> European and Chinese officials are set to hold tough talks in Beijing, seeking to avoid escalating trade tensions.

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