China remains firm in its stance against the US over tariff disputes, asserting its capacity to resist pressure from President Trump’s administration.
By Aniket Chakraborty
Apr 14, 2025
Before the tariff war, China’s exports to the US only accounted for about 2% of its GDP, indicating it doesn’t rely on the US market as heavily as often perceived.
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Despite internal economic struggles, including a real estate crisis and high youth unemployment, China maintains that it is in a strong position to resist US tariffs.
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The Chinese government claims its own tariffs on US goods will also hurt American exporters, leveling the playing field and creating mutual economic strain.
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President Trump’s claims that China will submit easily to tariffs have proven misleading, as Beijing has continued to retaliate and reinforce its position.
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Xi Jinping recently emphasized that China and the EU should 'jointly resist the unilateral bullying practices' of the Trump administration.
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Xi's visit to Malaysia, Vietnam, and Cambodia next week signals China’s willingness to strengthen trade ties with countries affected by the US tariffs.
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China and the EU are reportedly negotiating the removal of European tariffs on Chinese cars, to be replaced with a minimum price system to prevent dumping.
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Mutual tariff increases between the US and China are becoming largely symbolic, as both sides have already limited much of their trade.
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China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning has invoked Chairman Mao’s defiance in wartime, symbolizing China's determination to stand firm against provocations.