**China Condemns ‘Two-Faced’ U.S. Tariffs, Vows Retaliation**
BEIJING – China’s foreign minister, Wang Yi, has sharply criticized the United States for its imposition of tariffs on Chinese goods, accusing the U.S. of displaying “two-faced” behavior and using issues like the fentanyl crisis as a pretext to target China economically.
Wang Yi emphasized that China will continue to retaliate against the arbitrary tariffs imposed by the U.S., which have strained bilateral relations between the two nations. He also called on major powers not to bully the weak, signaling China’s commitment to defending its interests while advocating for international cooperation and fairness.
The U.S. recently raised flat tariffs on all Chinese imports to 20%, a move that has been met with additional 15% duties by Beijing on U.S. exports, including chicken and other agricultural products. This reciprocal tariff war has escalated tensions in what is already a challenging relationship between the two global powers.
In a press conference, Wang Yi accused the U.S. of meeting “good with evil” for its actions, saying that while Washington claims to be working to address the fentanyl crisis, it continues to shift blame and impose punitive measures on China. He highlighted China’s efforts in combating synthetic drugs, which have contributed significantly to the global fight against narcotics, but stressed that cooperation should be mutual and based on principles of equality and mutual respect.
The remarks by Wang Yi underscored the growing frustration in Beijing over what is seen as unequal treatment by the U.S., particularly as other countries have failed to hold Washington accountable for its role in the fentanyl crisis. He warned that any further escalation would only deepen economic and political divides, complicating efforts to stabilize Sino-U.S. relations.
As tensions continue to rise, China’s foreign minister made it clear that Beijing will not back down from protecting its interests, signaling that the dispute over tariffs and related issues is far from resolved. The comments also serve as a reminder of the delicate balance of power and cooperation between two superpowers in an increasingly interconnected world.
