Germany and France say they will develop a joint “roadmap” to address widening trade imbalances between the European Union and China. French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announce the effort as both countries align more closely on a tougher stance toward China. The officials say the roadmap is intended to respond to what they describe as “unfair” trade practices by China and to tackle the growing EU-China imbalance. Macron says the plan will be drafted by September, signaling a specific timeline for producing policy proposals. Bloomberg reports Merz frames the issue as one that must be addressed as Germany and France come together on how to engage China. While the articles focus on the intent and timing rather than detailing the measures in the roadmap, they are consistent in describing the same goal: coordinated action by Paris and Berlin to confront trade distortions affecting EU commerce with China. The announcement is presented as part of a broader effort to strengthen joint European policy positions toward China.