China has vowed to defend its economic interests against unilateral trade measures, labeling recent U.S. tariff hikes as \"a typical manifestation of unilateralism\" during a Thursday press briefing by Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yongqian. The remarks highlight escalating tensions as the world\u2019s two largest economies clash over trade policies.
He criticized U.S. actions for violating World Trade Organization (WTO) rules, warning that such measures undermine global supply chains and fuel trade instability. \"China will not provoke disputes but remains ready to protect its rights through all necessary means,\" he stated, emphasizing Beijing\u2019s preference for dialogue over confrontation.
The Ministry of Commerce called for international collaboration to combat trade protectionism, framing the issue as a shared challenge for WTO members. Analysts suggest the stance reflects growing coordination among emerging economies seeking to reform global trade governance.
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