Tensions between the U.S. and China have reached a boiling point as Beijing vows to resist Washington’s latest tariff hikes. President Trump’s administration justified the new tariffs on Chinese imports by citing concerns over the influx of fentanyl into the U.S.—a claim that Chinese officials have dismissed as baseless.
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Lin Jian, stated that Beijing is prepared to “fight till the end” and warned that intimidation tactics from Washington would be ineffective. In response, China has announced tariffs of up to 15% on key U.S. agricultural products, including soybeans and pork, effective March 10.
The growing trade conflict coincides with China’s National People’s Congress, where Beijing reaffirmed its commitment to economic growth with a 5% GDP target and a 7.2% increase in defense spending. Experts warn that prolonged tensions could have significant repercussions on global markets.
