China said Wednesday that “he is not afraid” of a commercial war with the United States, while asking for dialogue, after the words of the White House, stating that he was in Beijing to come to the negotiating table.
“If the United States really wants to solve the problem through dialogue and negotiation, you must stop exerting extreme pressure, stop threatening and blackmailing, and arguing with China on the basis of equality, respect and mutual gains,” said a regular spokesman, a spokesman for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Beijing and Washington are involved in a commercial confrontation after the launch of Donald Trump of a customs duties campaign against rivals and partners of the United States, which is now directed above all the Asian giant.
“Protect your rights”
The US president has imposed a customs surcharge of up to 145% on a large number of Chinese products. China responded with a customs of retaliation of 125% on imported American assets.
However, the United States gave relaxation signs on Friday, by granting exemptions for smartphones, laptops or semiconductors, of which China is an important producer.
“The ball is in the China camp” if you want to reduce your customs duties imposed by Donald Trump, White House spokesman said Karoline Leavitt, ensuring that Washington “is not necessary an agreement” with her.
“This war of customs duties was initiated by the United States,” said Lin Jian on Wednesday.
Source: BFM TV
