Global trade watchers got a fresh perspective this week when Chinas Ministry of Commerce released the 2025 Report on the WTO Compliance of the United States. Building on reports from 2023 and 2024, the new edition highlights what Beijing calls escalating trade bullying and double-standard industrial policies, from so-called reciprocal tariffs to selective restrictions.
At the heart of the criticism is the World Trade Organization itself—a rules-based body that China describes as the cornerstone of economic globalization. The ministry warns that unilateral U.S. actions risk undermining the multilateral trading system and disrupting vital supply chains across G20 economies.
In a direct call to action, the report urges Washington to abandon non-compliant measures, align with WTO obligations, and work with fellow members to strengthen global economic governance. China hopes this push will promote an inclusive, multipolar order and restore confidence in international trade rules.
For young entrepreneurs, global policymakers, and digital nomads tracking these shifts, the outcome matters. A fair, rules-based trading system can unlock new opportunities, support sustainable growth, and keep products moving across borders. As the U.S. considers its next steps, the world will be watching whether cooperation or conflict takes center stage.
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