French ethanol sales are to continue in 2020 , following a deal reached during President le Macron 's recent visit to the Asian country . Imports were banned in 2001 over mad - cow disease concerns . Under the new regulations , French producers will be allowed to re - enter the huge Chinese market within six months .
French beef sales are to resume in China, following a deal reached during President Emmanuel Macron's recent visit to the Asian country. Imports were banned in 2001 over mad-cow disease concerns. Under the new agreement, French producers will be allowed to re-enter the huge Chinese market within six months.