TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - China said it would fight to the end against the threat posed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump threatened to impose a 50 percent import tariff on Chinese products unless they reverse their decision to impose a 34 percent tariff on U.S. products.
China's Ministry of Commerce stated it strongly opposes Trump's threat and pledged to take retaliatory measures to protect its rights and interests. The comment came after Trump said he would impose an additional 50 percent duty on U.S. imports from China on Wednesday if Beijing does not lift the 34 percent tariff imposed on American products last week.
As reported by CNBC, China's Ministry of Commerce said the U.S. threat to raise tariffs on China is a very serious mistake. China will fight to the end if the U.S. insists on its way, the ministry added.
Last Friday, China's Ministry of Finance announced an additional 34 percent tariff on all goods imported from the U.S., starting on April 10. This increase in import tariffs was in response to Trump imposing a new 34 percent levy on China.
Two previous rounds of comprehensive tariffs, ranging from 10 to 15 percent, mostly targeting agricultural and energy products imported from the U.S.
In a post on his platform, Truth Social, Trump said that any country that retaliates against the U.S. by imposing additional tariffs will be met with new tariffs. Even higher than those already imposed.
As reported by CBS News and USA Today, the comments from the Republican Party's President were posted on Monday, April 7, 2025, U.S. time. He said the U.S. will impose an additional 50 percent tariff on China, effective on April 9, if China does not withdraw the 34 percent increase above the long-term trade violations they have committed by tomorrow, April 8, 2025.
As is known, on April 2, 2025, Trump announced that the U.S. would impose a 10 percent import tariff on products from all countries entering America, effective April 5, 2025.
The U.S. also provided an additional tariff known as a reciprocal tariff for countries that have a trade surplus with the U.S., while the U.S. has a deficit with those countries. Reciprocal tariffs will take effect on April 9, 2025.
Trump's Import Tariffs Weapon to Press China
China's ASEAN mission responded to the United States' policy of imposing import tariffs on its trading partners, including China. China asked the U.S. to stop using tariffs as a weapon to economically pressure China and infringe on the legitimate development rights of the Chinese people.
In an official statement on Saturday, April 5, 2025, China's ASEAN Mission said pressing and threatening are not the right ways to deal with China. They do not provoke problems, nor are they intimidated by the U.S.
The Chinese government regretted Trump's policy. China believes that both countries should be able to work well together.
The government stated that the China-U.S. economic relationship should be mutually beneficial and win-win.
China argues that U.S. policy should align with the common aspirations of the people of both countries and the world community. China also believes that the U.S. should pay attention to the fundamental interests of both countries.
Ilona Estherina contributed to the writing of this article.
Editor's Choice: What to Know About U.S. TikTok Ban as Trump Extends Sale Deadline
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Calls for Trump's Impeachment Resurface
23 menit lalu
Democratic Party member Al Green plans to file an impeachment against Donald Trump within 30 days.
Indonesia's Coordinating Minister Warns of Growing Recession Risk Amid U.S. Tariffs
1 jam lalu
The implementation of additional import tariffs by the U.S. against several countries in the world increases the possibility of a recession.
Netanyahu Flies to US After Trump Hits Israel with 17% Tariff
3 jam lalu
Israel is hit with a 17 percent tariff on exports to the US. Netanyahu attempts to lobby Trump.
Indonesia's Lobbying Over U.S. Tariffs 'Likely Futile,' Says UI Professor
3 jam lalu
Professor of International Law at the University of Indonesia, Hikmahanto Juwana, stated that import tariffs to Indonesia and other countries cannot be negotiated anymore.
Microsoft Delays Data Center Expansion in Indonesia and Other Nations
5 jam lalu
Analysts estimated that Microsoft's plan is likely also affected by the new tariff policies imposed by US President Donald Trump.
Trump's Tariffs: Why Indonesia Won't Be Spared
6 jam lalu
President of the United States, Donald Trump, has set a 32 percent import tariff on goods from Indonesia. Here's the reason.
The Impact of Trump's Tariffs on Developing Countries
7 jam lalu
Lecturer and Researcher from UII Listya Endang mentions various impacts for both developed and developing countries after the imposition of Trump's tariffs.
Nintendo Delays U.S. Preorders for Switch 2 Over Tariff Concerns
18 jam lalu
Nintendo has announced the postponement of the pre-order period for Switch 2 in the United States, which was initially scheduled for April 9, 2025
U.S. Reciprocal Tariffs Prompt Calls for Safeguards from Indonesian Manufacturers
19 jam lalu
In addition to affecting export-oriented businesses, entrepreneurs depending on the domestic market are also worried about the impact of Trump's tariffs.
Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim Calls for a United ASEAN Against Trump's Tariffs
20 jam lalu
Anwar Ibrahim stated that ASEAN countries must unite in facing the import tariffs imposed by Donald Trump.
