Trump’s 100% tariff row: China urges US to correct ‘wrong practices’; warns of corresponding measures – The Times of India

Beijing has warned that it will take “corresponding measures” to protect its interests if the US proceeds with plans to impose additional tariffs on Chinese goods.At a regular press briefing on Monday, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian urged Washington to promptly correct its “wrong practices,” adding that any action should be based on equality, respect, and mutual benefit, as quoted by Reuters.The remarks came as a response to President Donald Trump’s plan to levy an extra 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting November 1, escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Chinese imports to the country are now set to face a total of 130% duty.Earlier in the day, the US president had hinted that the 100% tariff remains in place, though the deadline could change.When asked by reporters whether, “100% tariffs on China on November 1st still the plan?” Trump replied, “Yeah. Right now it is. Let’s see what happens.”The US president imposed the additional tariff on Chinese imports after Beijing restricted exports of rare earth minerals. In a post on social media platform, Trump said, “Based on the fact that China has taken this unprecedented position… the United States of America will impose a Tariff of 100% on China, over and above any Tariff that they are currently paying.”In response, the Chinese commerce ministry accused Washington of fueling trade tensions and said “Wilful threats of high tariffs are not the right way to get along with China.”A spokesperson for the ministry said “China’s position on the trade war is consistent. We do not want it, but we are not afraid of it.”