'We Didn’t Listen To India': European Leader Admits Mistake With China? | Firstpost America

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Belgium’s Prime Minister Bart De Wever has delivered an unusually candid message in New Delhi, admitting that Europe ignored India’s warnings about growing dependence on China. He says supply-chain vulnerabilities have now become strategic risks, as Chinese dominance in key industries leaves Europe exposed. De Wever’s remarks come as Europe looks to deepen economic ties with India and diversify its supply chains. His visit signals a broader geopolitical shift — from recognising the China problem to seeking India as a strategic alternative. Cary Johnston brings you the details on Firstpost. 00:00 - 00:54: Belgian PM: Europe Was Wrong About China 00:54 - 01:40: China's Strategy to Undercut European Markets 01:40 - 02:22: The Risk of Weaponized Supply Chains 02:22 - 03:07: Why Europe is Looking Towards India 03:07 - 03:40: Implementing the India-EU Free Trade Agreement 03:40 - 04:24: Firstpost Special Coverage: BRICS 2026 04:24 - 05:11: Martin Luther King Jr.: The Revolutionary Special S

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