Summary
China responded to new tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on certain imports, saying that trade wars do not benefit anyone. A spokesperson for the Chinese foreign ministry stated at a briefing that protectionism is not a successful strategy.
Key Facts
- The U.S. imposed new and higher import tariffs on items like softwood lumber, upholstered furniture, and kitchen cabinets and vanities.
- Donald Trump, the U.S. President, initiated these tariffs.
- China believes trade wars do not have any winners.
- The Chinese foreign ministry used a regular press briefing to express its stance.
- The remarks from China were shared by the Global Times, a state-run news outlet.
- China described protectionism as not leading to successful outcomes.
