China is firmly opposed to the U.S. arbitrary levy of tariffs to hold back Chinese industries groundlessly, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a press briefing in Beijing on Wednesday.
Lin made the remarks after the United States announced its intended imposition of tariffs on China's semiconductor industry, which will take effect in 2027.
"China firmly opposes the U.S. arbitrary levying tariffs and suppressing Chinese industries groundlessly. The U.S. actions have disrupted the stability of the global industrial and supply chains, hindered the development of the semiconductor industries in countries across the world, and harmed others without benefiting itself. We urge the U.S. to correct its wrongdoings at once, act according to the important common understandings reached between the Chinese and U.S. presidents, uphold the principles of equality, respect and mutual benefit, resolve each other’s concerns through dialogue, properly manage differences, and keep China-U.S. relations on a steady, sound and sustainable track. If the U.S. continues down the wrong path, China will take corresponding measures to firmly safeguard its legitimate rights and interests," said Lin.
FM spokesman slams US arbitrary tariff levies
