Four Corners: August 5

‘The New Trade War’ produced by Channel News Asia screens on Four Corners next week.

As the tussle over electric vehicle imports in Europe erupts, some experts predict the world stands on the brink of another East-West trade war.

This escalating situation will have significant impact on economies around the world, including Australia.

Fuelling the conflict are accusations that China is dumping electric vehicles, solar panels and batteries on the global market, at artificially low prices.

China has hit back, saying the US and Europe, in particular, are being protectionist.

The New Trade War provides a balanced exploration of this developing global situation.

Monday 5 August at 8.30pm on ABC.