The Chinese mainland's Ministry of Commerce released a comprehensive report on Thursday, highlighting concerns over the United States' adherence to World Trade Organization (WTO) rules.
According to the report, the U.S. has continued to violate WTO obligations by politicizing and weaponizing economic and trade issues under the guise of de-risking. It points out that the U.S. has escalated unilateral sanctions, implemented discriminatory measures, and raised tariff barriers, all of which challenge the multilateral trading system and undermine the common interests of WTO members.
The report specifically references the WTO's ruling that the U.S. Section 301 tariffs are in violation of WTO rules. Despite this, the U.S. has reportedly ignored the WTO's authority, prioritizing its domestic laws over international commitments. Additionally, the U.S. has increased Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports and initiated new investigations, actions deemed as attempts to weaken the multilateral trading system.
Furthermore, the report criticizes the U.S. for using national security as a pretext to suppress foreign companies, imposing unilateral sanctions, and disrupting normal economic and trade exchanges. It also highlights the U.S.'s use of double standards in industrial policies, such as implementing exclusive subsidy and support measures while accusing China of overcapacity.
In conclusion, the Chinese mainland's Ministry of Commerce urged the U.S. to rectify its actions, comply with WTO rules, honor its commitments, and return to an open, fair, and inclusive multilateral trading system.
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