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As heatwaves strike, Europeans turn to prized Chinese air-conditioner
He soon stumbled upon the PortaSplit, a portable split air-conditioner made by Chinese home appliance giant Midea, designed to meet European regulations - an appliance that has become one of the most sought-after products in the region this summer.
Chinese manufacturer Gree, one of the world's biggest air-conditioner makers, told the BBC that their air-conditioners had seen "noticeably stronger demand this summer".
Vienna resident Denis Yurchak says he received many messages about his new Midea PortaSplitIn countries like France, Spain, Germany and the UK, Midea sales surged more than 70% year-on-year, the company told Chinese state media the Global Times - though its Europe office has declined to confirm these figures to the BBC.
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