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As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner

As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner
BBC World Thursday 16 July 2026, 22:01 UTC 1 min read
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Previously little-known in Europe, the Midea PortaSplit has become a household name this summer.

Previously little-known in Europe, the Midea PortaSplit has become a household name this summer.
Europeans (ORG) Chinese (ORG) Europe (LOCATION) Midea PortaSplit (PERSON)
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