Volkswagen CEO makes ‘China request’ to EU after record layoffs

 Volkswagen’s CEO Oliver Blume has advocated for stronger European policies aimed at shielding local industries from the influx of low-cost competition from China. As the company undergoes vast restructuring, including potential layoffs and factory closures, he noted the importance of collaboration between businesses and policymakers to foster competitive landscapes. Despite EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, the rise of Chinese brands continues to challenge Volkswagen and other European manufacturers significantly. Volkswagen’s CEO Oliver Blume has advocated for stronger European policies aimed at shielding local industries from the influx of low-cost competition from China. As the company undergoes vast restructuring, including potential layoffs and factory closures, he noted the importance of collaboration between businesses and policymakers to foster competitive landscapes. Despite EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, the rise of Chinese brands continues to challenge Volkswagen and other European manufacturers significantly.