national security strategy

Europe 'sleepwalking' into China green tech dependency risks, experts warn

Experts warn Europe is dangerously over-reliant on Chinese green technology, with China supplying 98% of the continent's solar panels, 88% of lithium-ion batteries and 61% of inverters. A report co-authored by former UK national security official Michael Collins says this creates serious economic and geopolitical risks, including potential 'kill switch' capabilities and supply chain vulnerabilities. The authors say Europe risks being forced to choose between opposing Chinese activity and maintaining its energy transition.