China has threatened to impose tariffs on pork imports from Europe in response to the European Union's decision to impose preliminary tariffs on electric cars imported from China. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has initiated an investigation into whether European Union pork is being sold in China at unfairly low prices. This move is seen as a potential retaliation for the EU's tariffs on electric cars. China's strategy of targeting pork imports as a form of payback mirrors its actions during previous trade disputes with the EU. The Chinese government may be aiming to pressure the EU to reconsider its tariffs by leveraging its significant trade surplus with Europe. Additionally, China has also initiated a case against imports of European wine-based spirits. The article highlights the complex dynamics of trade tensions between China and the EU, as well as the potential impact on industries such as pork farming and electric car manufacturing.