China has urged the United States to engage in dialogue to resolve the escalating trade tensions between the two nations, which have seen both sides impose a series of tariffs on each other’s imports. Speaking at a weekly press conference, Chinese commerce ministry spokeswoman He Yongqian emphasized that China believes both countries should approach their economic and trade differences with a cooperative attitude.
He stressed that communication and consultation should be based on mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit. She warned that threats and intimidation would only worsen the situation and called for both countries to work together to resolve their issues through dialogue.
The trade conflict has intensified under U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, with the U.S. imposing tariffs on various countries, including China, over concerns about issues such as fentanyl trafficking. In response, China has retaliated with tariffs on U.S. agricultural goods, including soybeans, pork, and chicken.
Additionally, China, as the world’s leading steel producer, has vowed to take all necessary measures to protect its interests in response to new U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.