Temu accused of non-cooperation in European probe over subsidies

The European Commission has formally accused Chinese e-commerce giant Temu of obstructing a key investigation into its business practices within the European Union. The accusation stems from Temu's alleged lack of cooperation with an inspection that began in December.

This investigation is focused on whether Temu has benefited from public subsidies that could create an unfair competitive advantage over other businesses operating in the EU market. The Commission's preliminary assessment suggests that Temu has not complied with its obligations.

Failure to cooperate with such investigations can lead to significant penalties under EU regulations, particularly concerning market fairness and competition. The Commission's statement indicates a preliminary finding of non-compliance, signaling a potentially serious issue for the platform's operations in Europe.