China firmly opposes the United States' decision to impose additional Section 301 tariffs on Chinese semiconductor products and has lodged a solemn representation to the U.S. side, a Ministry of Commerce spokeswoman said at a press conference on Thursday.
Earlier on Tuesday, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced the results of its Section 301 investigation into Chinese semiconductor policies, stating it will impose additional tariffs on certain Chinese semiconductor products. The initial tariff rate is set at zero percent and is scheduled to increase after an 18-month period, in June 2027.
In response to a media query on the U.S. announcement, He Yongqian, the spokeswoman, said, "China has taken note of the relevant developments and has lodged stern representations with the U.S. through the China-U.S. economic and trade consultation mechanism. We do not agree with the so-called findings of the U.S. Section 301 investigation and firmly oppose the U.S. move to levy additional Section 301 tariffs on Chinese semiconductor products."
"The unilateral U.S. tariffs violate World Trade Organization rules, undermine the international economic and trade order, disrupt global industrial and supply chains, and harm the interests of U.S. businesses and consumers, a move that benefits no one. China urges the United States to promptly correct its erroneous practices and revoke the related measures. China is willing to work with the U.S. on the basis of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation to resolve respective concerns through equal-footed dialogue and consultation. Should the U.S. side insist on undermining China's rights and interests, China will take resolute and necessary measures to firmly safeguard its own rights and interests," said the spokeswoman.
China strongly opposes U.S. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese semiconductors
China strongly opposes U.S. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese semiconductors
China strongly opposes U.S. Section 301 tariffs on Chinese semiconductors
