The trade war between the United States and China escalated as both countries imposed tariffs on each other’s goods. In response to President Trump’s tariffs, China declared that they will not back down and shared a video of Mao Zedong condemning the U.S. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that they are not afraid of provocations and will not shy away from a trade war.
As other countries offer concessions to Trump to reduce tariffs, China’s more combative approach has drawn criticism. Trump raised U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods to 125% and announced a pause on higher tariffs for other trading partners. The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, posted a video of Mao Zedong speaking in 1953, indicating that China will fight until complete victory.
Despite the escalating tensions, China’s Commerce Ministry stated that the door to talks is open, but dialogue must be based on mutual respect. China’s history of exploitation by foreign powers and pride play into their defensive instincts in the current trade war. Trump’s actions are criticized by the Chinese Foreign Ministry’s office in Hong Kong as turning the U.S. into a “21st-century barbarian.”
While Trump desires to negotiate a deal with China, it may be a long way off as both sides let the tension escalate. The Chinese are unlikely to respond to tactics of strong-arming with tariffs, and a resolution to the trade war seems distant at this time.
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