President Macron has urged European automakers to prioritize local partnerships over Chinese collaborations at the Paris Motor Show, framing the push as essential for maintaining industrial sovereignty. The call comes amid growing concerns over China’s expanding influence in the automotive sector and its potential to reshape Europe’s supply chains. With tensions rising over technology transfers and market access, the French leader’s remarks highlight a broader debate over balancing global competition with strategic self-reliance. Industry observers will be watching whether automakers heed the call or continue navigating between Western and Asian alliances.
Paris motor show: Macron calls for European preference against China Yahoo Finance UK
