China voices deep regret on EU solar panel inquiry
China has voiced "deep regret" over a European Commission decision to investigate alleged dumping of solar panels made by Chinese producers, warning that restrictions on its solar products could imperil the global clean energy sector.
Chinese Ministry of Commerce spokesman, Shen Danyang, made the comments after an announcement from Brussels that the Commission will look at complaints lodged by a group of European solar companies, led by Germany's SolarWorld, that Chinese producers were dumping their wares.
Shen Danyang says restricting China's solar panel products not only damages the interests of both Chinese and European industry, but undermines the development of the global solar and clean energy sector. He’s urged the European Union to "seriously consider China’s position and proposals, and to resolve disputes over solar panel trade through consultations and cooperation".