Belgian National Bank governor Pierre Wunsch said in an interview with the Dutch newspaper De Tijd that Belgium and the European Union have been too naive in dealing with China. He argued that the old approach of an open economy and strict rules for state aid is no longer effective. Wunsch called for the EU to become more politically assertive and to consider more offensive measures against China. The interview was published on 29 December 2025. Wunsch emphasized the need for a debate on new policies, saying that current strategies are insufficient to counter China’s economic influence. He also urged EU policymakers to coordinate actions across member states.
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