Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng issued a stark warning against escalating trade tensions during a high-profile speech at the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations' annual gala dinner on Tuesday. Emphasizing the need for cooperation, he urged Washington to abandon its "maximum pressure" tactics and return to dialogue.
"A tariff war or trade war should not be fought and cannot be won," Xie declared, stressing that such measures undermine global economic rules and harm mutual interests. While reaffirming China's preference for peaceful resolution, he cautioned: "We will not sit idly by when our rights and interests are harmed."
The ambassador proposed a roadmap for stabilization, calling for "mutual respect and equal-footed consultation" to address bilateral concerns. He emphasized the importance of building on recent diplomatic progress, stating both nations must "steer clear of obstacles and disruptions" to achieve sustainable relations.
Xie's remarks come amid renewed scrutiny of U.S.-China economic ties, with analysts noting his speech balanced firmness on core interests with pragmatic appeals for collaboration. He concluded with a call to action: "At this critical juncture, we must pool synergies to advance exchanges and cooperation."
