China’s factory glut alarms the world but there’s no quick fix

Complaints about China's factory overcapacity are growing, but Beijing is hesitant to make changes that could harm its fragile economy. The EU criticized China for overproduction, urging action in the short term. China announced plans to slow expansion in the battery industry, but they are not binding. The country insists its industries are competitive due to innovation, not subsidies, and will continue supporting high-tech sectors despite international pressure. China's surplus production, stemming from a real estate slump, poses challenges.