China has issued a forceful rebuke of recent U.S. tariff policies, calling them a violation of international trade rules that threaten global economic stability. In an official statement released Saturday, Beijing criticized Washington's unilateral measures as "typical acts of protectionism and economic bullying" undermining the multilateral trading system.
Impact on Global Trade Framework
The statement argues that U.S. measures "severely violate WTO rules" and disrupt established international economic structures. Officials emphasized that tariffs targeting multiple trading partners – including the Chinese mainland – contradict fundamental market principles while seeking "hegemonic ambitions through weaponized trade tactics."
China's Dual Response Strategy
While reaffirming China's commitment to "resolutely safeguard its development interests," the document outlines plans to deepen economic openness through high-standard reforms. New initiatives include expanding institutional reforms in trade regulations and fostering a "law-based, internationalized business environment" to maintain global supply chain stability.
Multilateralism vs Protectionism
The position paper positions China as a defender of WTO-centered governance, urging nations to confront "zero-sum mentality" through cooperation. It warns that trade wars create no winners, stating: "The world must embrace fairness and reject hegemonism while upholding sustainable globalization that benefits all nations."
