BEIJING (AP) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi vowed to retaliate against what he called the United States’ unfair tariffs, accusing Washington of acting in bad faith during a press conference held on Friday at China’s annual parliamentary session. Wang expressed frustration that China’s efforts to aid the U.S. in addressing its fentanyl crisis were met with punitive measures, straining the relationship between the two countries. He warned against attempts to undermine China’s interests while expecting to maintain positive relations, emphasizing the importance of trust and stability in bilateral ties.
The ongoing trade dispute between the U.S. and China has intensified since President Donald Trump resumed office in January. The U.S. has imposed a flat tariff of 20% on all Chinese imports, prompting Beijing to respond with additional duties of 15% on U.S. products such as chicken, pork, soybeans, and beef. China has also tightened restrictions on business dealings with key American companies. Wang criticized the Trump administration’s prioritization of national interests over global cooperation, cautioning that such self-serving behavior could lead to chaos and instability on the world stage.
Wang called for major powers to fulfill their international responsibilities and refrain from exploiting or bullying smaller nations, stressing the importance of upholding international norms and order.
