China has imposed tariffs on some dairy imports from the European Union, a major exporter of the products, following an anti-subsidy investigation, intensifying a trade dispute with the bloc. In an initial decision, Beijing said it would impose duties of up to 42.7% on some dairy products coming from the European Union after exports were found to be subsidized, according to the Commerce Ministry. China began an investigation into shipments from the European bloc in August 2024, focusing on products including fresh and processed cheese. Later, the European Union objected to this investigation and requested consultations by the World Trade Organization.