China has responded to President Donald Trump’s threats of a 100% tariff on Chinese goods, plus a ban on critical software, because of its expanded rare-earth export controls. According to Newsweek, China is ready to face Washington’s ultimatums, urging it to resolve the issue at the negotiating table instead of making statements on social media.
“If the U.S. persists in acting unilaterally, China will resolutely take corresponding measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,” the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China said in a statement. “Our position on a tariff war remains consistent — we do not want one, but we are not afraid of one.”
