[The Ministry of Commerce answers reporters’ questions on the British side’s statement that they will jointly respond to China’s dominance of the automobile industry] On October 19, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce responded to reporters’ questions on the British side’s statement that they will jointly respond to China’s dominance of the automobile industry. Q: Recently there were media reports that UK Minister of State for Commerce Sarwar said that the UK and the EU must work in unison to jointly deal with China's dominance in the automotive industry. He also said that he was still discussing with European partners the issue of imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. What is China’s comment on this? Spokesperson of the Ministry of Commerce replied: We have noticed relevant reports. Sino-British automotive industry cooperation has complementary advantages, equality and mutual benefit. China and the UK are each other's important economic and trade partners. China urges the UK to abide by WTO rules, think twice before acting, and not follow Europe's lead. China will pay close attention to the British side's movements. If the British side insists on taking restrictive measures on Chinese electric vehicles, China will resolutely counterattack and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the Chinese industry.