The trade war between the United States and China escalated further as Chinese officials declared that they will not back down, sharing a video of Mao Zedong criticizing the U.S. This comes as China imposed tariffs on 84% of U.S. goods in response to President Trump’s tariffs. Despite Trump’s pause on higher tariffs for other trading partners, he increased tariffs on Chinese goods to 125%.
China stated that they do not want a trade war but are prepared to fight back. The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson shared historical footage of Mao Zedong to emphasize China’s resilience against foreign powers. Chinese social media users expressed support for standing up to the U.S., with one stating that they will fight as long as necessary.
While the Chinese Commerce Ministry kept the door open for dialogue with the U.S., they emphasized the need for mutual respect and equal footing in negotiations. China’s history of exploitation by Western nations has instilled a sense of pride and determination in responding to trade disputes.
Despite Trump’s efforts to negotiate, experts believe that the Chinese’s defensive instincts and pride may hinder progress in reaching a deal. The Foreign Ministry in Hong Kong criticized Trump’s actions, stating that strong-arming with tariffs will not make America great again. Overall, a resolution to the trade dispute between the U.S. and China may be far off as both sides remain steadfast in their positions.
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