[EU to Introduce Measures to 'Protect European Industry,' Ministry of Foreign Affairs: China Closely Monitoring Developments] According to a report by Jinse Finance on May 29, citing The Paper, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning hosted a regular press conference. A reporter from Agence France-Presse asked, the European Commission is holding a meeting today and is expected to introduce measures 'to protect European industry from the impact of competition from China.' What is China's comment on this? Mao Ning stated that the essence of China-EU economic and trade relations is mutual benefit and win-win cooperation. China has never deliberately pursued a trade surplus with Europe, and protectionism will only harm the interests of European consumers and weaken the competitiveness of European industries. 'We hope the EU will take a comprehensive and objective view of China-EU economic and trade relations and adhere to free trade principles. China is also closely monitoring relevant developments and will take necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,' Mao Ning said.