China Denies US Tariff Negotiations: Trump’s Bluff Called
Following President Trump’s claim of active tariff negotiations with China, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce issued a strong denial. The ministry stated that any suggestion of progress is baseless and that any future consultations must be conducted with mutual respect and equality. China’s position demands the complete removal of all U.S. tariffs as a precondition for negotiations, rejecting Trump’s assertion of a substantial tariff reduction. This underscores the significant impasse between the two nations regarding trade policy.
John Q. Hosedrinker