China retaliated against the U.S. tariffs despite Donald Trump’s warning not to. On April 2, Trump introduced new tariffs on goods worldwide, calling it “Liberation Day” for America.
He imposed a 25% tariff on foreign-made automobiles and 10% on imports from countries not compliant with the USMCA trade agreement. China, labeled one of the “worst offenders,” faced a hefty 54% tariff.
In response, China imposed a 34% tariff on U.S. goods starting April 10 and filed a lawsuit with the World Trade Organization (WTO), arguing the tariffs violated international trade rules. Trump, however, defended the tariffs, highlighting their positive effects on the U.S. economy, such as lower oil prices and inflation.
He criticized China’s retaliatory actions, blaming past U.S. leaders for allowing such economic imbalances. China condemned the U.S. move as economic bullying.
