BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Commission said on Thursday it launched an investigation into suspected dumping of solar panels by Chinese producers, a move that could trigger a trade war between the European Union and China.
The investigation into one of the biggest import sectors ever targeted stems from a complaint by a group of European solar companies, led by Germany's SolarWorld.
The group, comprising of members in Germany, Italy, Spain and other EU countries, says Chinese solar firms have been selling panels below market value in Europe.
