The Chinese Chamber of Commerce to the EU said this month the plan marked a shift towards protectionism that would affect trade cooperation between the EU and China. BEIJING: Beijing slammed on Monday (Apr 27) an EU plan aimed to bolster the bloc's industries against fierce competition from China, vowing countermeasures if it is enacted. The EU unveiled in March new "Made in Europe" rules for companies trying to access public funds in strategic sectors, including cars, green tech and steel,