China’s Ambassador to the U.S. Calls for Resolution of Trade Tensions While Asserting Beijing’s Preparedness for Conflict
In a recent address, China’s ambassador to the United States, Xie Feng, emphasized the importance of finding common ground with Washington and fostering a spirit of peaceful coexistence. He cautioned, however, that China stands prepared to respond decisively to escalating trade tensions.
Speaking at an event in Washington, the details of which were subsequently shared on the Chinese embassy’s website, Ambassador Xie warned that tariffs could lead to significant harm to the global economy. He drew a striking comparison to the Great Depression, noting how prior tariffs imposed by the U.S. in 1930 had far-reaching repercussions.
He invoked the principles of traditional Chinese medicine, referring to the need for balance between opposing forces, stating, “Just as Yin and Yang must coexist harmoniously, so too should the relations between our two great nations.” He added, “A good traditional Chinese medicine recipe usually combines many different ingredients which reinforce one another, creating the best therapeutic outcome.”
Ambassador Xie urged, “We should pursue peaceful coexistence rather than collide head-on, and support one another’s success to avoid a lose-lose situation.” His remarks underscore the critical need for dialogue as the ongoing trade war continues to impact the economic dynamics between the two countries.
Currently, the trade war has nearly halted the extensive commercial exchanges between the U.S. and China, resulting in tariffs exceeding 100% on goods traded between the two nations, alongside a series of trade, investment, and cultural restrictions.
In response to the U.S. proposal of port fees on China-linked vessels, China’s top shipbuilding association vocally opposed the measure. Meanwhile, countries like Japan and Taiwan are either negotiating or preparing discussions with the U.S. regarding President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, leaving China without any high-level talks on the horizon.
President Trump recently remarked, “By the way, we have nice conversations going with China,” citing positive private discussions amid the trade war. However, he offered no further specifics on the developments.
China, for its part, has asserted that the U.S. must demonstrate respect before any constructive dialogue can take place. Ambassador Xie made clear, “China opposes the trade war and will retaliate against any nation that imposes tariffs on us.”
Ultimately, these reflections highlight the complexities of international trade relations and the pressing need for cooperation in a globalized economy.
Edited By Ali Musa
Axadle Times International–Monitoring.
