China will resolutely respond to U.S. trade pressure: Wang Yi

China Vows Strong Response to U.S. Trade Pressure: Wang Yi

• China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to firmly counter U.S. trade pressure amid escalating tariffs imposed by Washington.
• Speaking at a press conference during China's "Two Sessions" political meetings, Wang criticized the U.S. for imposing tariffs "without reason" and warned against policies driven by unilateral interests.
• He emphasized that stable China-U.S. economic relations benefit all and urged cooperation for mutual gains, stating, "If you use only pressure, China will firmly counter."
• Wang also defended China’s stance on international conflicts, calling for peace negotiations in Ukraine and Gaza while rejecting confrontational policies in global trade.
• He reiterated China’s unwavering position on Taiwan, describing its return as "the general trend of time and a righteous cause."
• Addressing South China Sea tensions, Wang accused external forces of provoking disputes and distorting China’s actions to create confrontation.
• China has set an ambitious economic growth target of around 5% for 2025 and increased its military budget by 7.2%, underscoring its strategic priorities amid rising tensions with the U.S.