The China government has on Monday April 7, 2025, accused the United States President Donald trump of unilateralism, protectionism and economic bullying over recent tariff actions.
Beijing expressed displeasure on Monday, urging American companies like Tesla to take action on the growing tariff crisis.
China’s Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Lin Jian, warned that U.S. policies threaten global production and supply chain stability.
He said the “America First” approach undermines international trade rules and slows global economic recovery.
Recall that last week, Trump announced a fresh 34% tariff of Chinese goods under his “Liberation Day” policy.
The new tariff followed earlier 10% duties imposed in February and March, citing China’s role in fentanyl trafficking.
China responded swiftly, slamming a matching 34% tariff on U.S. goods in a tit-for-tat move.
Markets in Hong Kong and Shanghai dropped, but Beijing maintained confidence in its economic resilience.
The People’s Daily, a mouthpiece of China’s Communist Party, declared, “The sky won’t fall.”
It added that China remains prepared and has tools to counter U.S. trade aggression and crisis.
On Friday, Beijing unveiled fresh countermeasures targeting U.S. agricultural and technological exports.
China suspended imports of American sorghum, poultry, and bonemeal, while tightening export controls on rare earth minerals.
China have also dragged the U.S. to the World Trade Organization(WTO), over the new tariff hike.
Lin Jian avoided questions on whether President Xi Jinping would meet Trump to resolve the matter.
He stressed that pressure and threats won’t force China into submission of the new policy.
Chinese officials met with American companies over the weekend, including Tesla and GE Healthcare.
Vice Minister of Commerce, Ling Ji, blamed the U.S. for the deepening trade crisis and dispute.
He urged U.S. companies to take responsibility and promote stability in the global supply chain.
Ling assured foreign investors that China remains open, safe, and stable for international business.