China Slams Use of Tariffs as Intimidation Tool

China Condemns Tariff Use as Tool of Coercion

Foreign Ministry: Tariffs Should Not Be Used to Intimidate

China’s Foreign Ministry issued a stern rebuke on Monday, declaring that Beijing "firmly opposes tariffs being used as a tool to coerce others." The statement comes amid heightened trade tensions following US President Donald Trump’s latest announcement of additional tariffs targeting BRICS-aligned countries.

A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry stated that the use of economic tools for intimidation or leverage is unacceptable, especially in the context of multilateral trade relations.

Backdrop: Trump's Tariff Escalation

The Chinese response follows Trump’s Monday tweet warning of an additional 10% tariff on any country aligning with anti-American BRICS policies. While the US has not named specific nations, China remains a leading voice within the BRICS bloc, making this response particularly significant.

Geopolitical Implications

The condemnation signals increasing friction between major global powers as tariff threats escalate. Analysts warn that continued economic pressure may further erode international cooperation, especially ahead of the upcoming BRICS summit and global trade negotiations.

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