China swiftly responded to President Trump's tariffs by imposing its own tariffs on various U.S. food imports, including a 15% tariff on chicken, wheat, corn, and cotton. The Chinese government also halted sales to 15 American companies, including suppliers critical to the U.S. military. The Ministry of Commerce condemned the U.S. for violating World Trade Organization rules, emphasizing the impact on global supply chains. Additionally, there are concerns about the implications for future counternarcotics cooperation between the two nations due to these escalating trade tensions.
Minutes after President Trump's latest tariffs took effect, the Chinese government announced its own tariffs on U.S. food imports and restricted sales to 15 American companies.
China's Ministry of Finance imposed a 15% tariff on imports of American chicken, wheat, corn, and cotton, while also applying a 10% tariff on other food items.
Lou Qinjian criticized the U.S. for violating WTO regulations and highlighted how the tariffs disrupt global industrial and supply chains.
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the U.S. tariffs would severely impact the dialogue and cooperation necessary for counternarcotics efforts.
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