#TrumpVsChina
On April 25, Trump told TIME's reporter:
🗣️ "I will finish all these deals in 3 to 4 weeks. If any country needs adjustments, I will consider it. But basically, it's done."
- But when asked about China, Trump said, "I am meeting with China, everything is fine."
- But then he mentioned he wouldn't call Mr. Xi if Mr. Xi didn't call first.
- Then turned around and said, "Mr. Xi has called already." But... didn't say when he called.
💥 The U.S. raised tariffs on 60 countries at the beginning of April,
then temporarily postponed for 3 months to negotiate.
Keeping the tariff rate at 10% while waiting for countries to come to Washington to sign the deal.
🌏 Countries are rushing to the U.S.
As for China... still hasn't moved.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said:
"No negotiations are currently taking place"
"The U.S. should not deceive the public"
China also demands the U.S.:
- Stop disparaging other countries
- Clearly designate a person in charge of negotiations
- Respect issues such as Taiwan and sanctions
🧠 Wu Xinbo, an advisor to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, said:
🗯️ "Trump thinks China is weak, so imposing tariffs will force China to surrender. But China is not collapsing, nor will it surrender."
📉 Wu warned that the U.S. is misjudging and not well-prepared for this confrontation.
"The trade war will last many months, even a few years."
📊 The U.S. has imposed a 145% tariff on most Chinese goods since Trump took office.
- China retaliated. Tensions are threatening global trade.
🧯 Although China says it is ready to negotiate, it is still waiting for the U.S. to make concessions and lift unilateral tariffs.
Meanwhile, Beijing is not in a hurry, as "time is on China's side."