CHINA has strongly opposed the new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump and has vowed to take action in response.
The country’s Ministry of Commerce has announced plans to file a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO), calling the US move unjustified and harmful to global trade.
The Chinese government has criticised the decision, stating that it will take necessary steps to protect its interests. Officials believe the new tariffs will negatively impact economic cooperation between the two nations and further strain their already tense trade relations.
The US has decided to impose an additional 10 per cent tariff on all goods imported from China, which will take effect on Tuesday. The White House also announced a 25 per cent tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico.
The US government claims these measures are meant to hold the three countries accountable for their commitments to curb illegal immigration and prevent the smuggling of harmful substances, such as fentanyl, into the country.
China has dismissed these claims and argues that imposing tariffs will not solve the issue. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that these actions violate WTO regulations and will ultimately harm future collaboration between the two countries.
Officials have also expressed concerns that this move could disrupt efforts to combat drug-related crimes.
The latest trade measures introduced by the US have been met with criticism both domestically and internationally. Chinese officials argue that the tariffs will only worsen economic tensions and make negotiations more difficult.
The foreign ministry has reiterated that trade wars do not benefit any country and that increased duties will likely damage future economic relations.
Trump has invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to justify the tariffs, a move that has added to the controversy. His administration insists that these steps are necessary to address security concerns and enforce trade commitments.
However, China is determined to challenge the decision through legal means while also preparing countermeasures of its own.
Mexico has also strongly opposed the tariffs. President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has condemned Trump’s claims that the Mexican government is linked to criminal organisations. She has proposed setting up a joint task force with the US to address security concerns and drug-related issues.
She has also announced that Mexico will introduce its own retaliatory tariffs in response to the US decision.
Sheinbaum has criticised the US for blaming Mexico while ignoring the role of American gun suppliers in arming criminal groups. She pointed out that even the US Department of Justice has acknowledged the issue, suggesting that the real problem lies within the American arms industry.
Canada has also reacted strongly to the tariffs. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that his government will impose retaliatory measures on US goods.
He has confirmed that Canada will introduce 25 per cent tariffs on American products worth 155 billion US dollars. The first set of tariffs,
amounting to 30 billion US dollars, will take effect on Tuesday. The remaining tariffs will be introduced over the following three weeks, giving Canadian businesses time to find alternative suppliers.
Trudeau has stated that Canada will not back down and will take all necessary steps to protect its economy. He has made it clear that his government will not accept unfair trade policies and will stand firm against any attempts to undermine Canadian businesses.
