China Challenges US Tariffs, Takes Case to WTO
In response to the US imposing 10% tariffs on Chinese goods due to concerns over fentanyl precursor chemicals, China’s Ministry of Commerce declared the action a violation of WTO rules and announced plans to file a claim. The ministry asserted that the tariffs disrupt US-China economic cooperation and fail to address US domestic issues effectively. China expressed strong opposition and dissatisfaction, urging the US to adopt a more rational approach to the fentanyl crisis. The tariffs are contingent upon China taking “adequate steps” to alleviate the opioid crisis, as determined by the US Secretary of Homeland Security and the President.
John Q. Hosedrinker