China Warns Countries: “Don’t Side with US in Trade Deals

Source: BBC News | Reporter: João da Silva : China Warns

What Happened?
China Warns issued a strong warning to other countries, saying any deal that harms China’s interests will not be accepted and will be met with countermeasures.

Why Now?
The US is reportedly pressuring countries to raise trade barriers against China as part of new tariff negotiations. China sees this as the US trying to isolate them economically.

China’s Message
China’s Commerce Ministry said:

“Appeasement can’t bring peace. Compromise won’t earn respect.”

Who’s Involved?

• Japan has already begun trade talks with the US.
  
• South Korea is starting talks this week.
  
• India may face a 26% tariff if no deal is made.
  
• The UK could be close to a deal, according to US VP JD Vance.
  

What Is the US Doing?

• Trump’s administration has imposed new tariffs (taxes on imports), including:
  
  • Up to 145% on goods from China.
    
  • 10% blanket tariff on most other countries (until July).
    
• He says these taxes will:
  
  • Boost US-made goods
    
  • Raise tax revenue
    
  • Spark more investment in the US
    

What’s the Reaction?

• China retaliated with 125% tariffs on US goods.
  
• The EU and other countries are watching carefully.
  
• Critics say this trade war might hurt global markets and take decades to reshape manufacturing.
  

What’s Next?
Expect more global reactions as countries choose how to navigate the rising pressure between the US and China.