Beijing, Tuesday — China has officially lodged a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) following the United States' announcement of an additional 10 percent tariff on selected Chinese products, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Commerce said on Tuesday.
The ministry spokesperson stated that this move is a necessary measure to safeguard China's legitimate rights and interests. \"The U.S. imposition of additional tariffs on Chinese products has seriously violated WTO rules. This egregious act is a typical example of unilateralism and trade protectionism,\" they remarked in response to media inquiries.
According to the spokesperson, the U.S. actions undermine the rules-based multilateral trading system, erode the foundation of China-U.S. economic and trade cooperation, and disrupt the stability of global industrial and supply chains. \"The United States has repeatedly placed unilateralism above multilateralism, drawing strong condemnation from the majority of WTO members,\" they added.
\"China firmly opposes the U.S. actions and urges the U.S. side to immediately rectify its wrongdoings,\" the spokesperson said, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to adhere to international trade rules.
As a staunch supporter and significant contributor to the multilateral trading system, China expressed its readiness to collaborate with other WTO members to address the challenges posed by unilateralism and trade protectionism. \"We are committed to safeguarding the orderly and stable development of international trade,\" the spokesperson concluded.
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