The fee concerns low-value shipments, valued at up to €150, which constitute a significant portion of imports.

The European Union is considering imposing a €2 fee on small parcels imported from China as part of a broader policy to tackle competition caused by low-cost imports. The measure appears to be gaining widespread acceptance and is already supported by Greece.

The fee concerns low-value shipments, valued at up to €150, which constitute a significant portion of imports. According to EU data, approximately 4.6 billion such orders are recorded annually.

In Greece, it is estimated that approximately 100,000 small parcels are moved daily, mainly through online platforms.

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China remains a key trading partner for the EU, with imports reaching 169 billion euros in the first quarter of 2025 alone.

The EU estimates that imposing the fee could generate up to €10 billion in annual revenue, which could be used to boost European investments or digital infrastructure.

Beyond the economic dimension, the measure also has a strategic purpose. It aims to pressure China to limit state subsidies to its export businesses, a practice that is considered to affect the competitiveness of European industries negatively.

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