China Takes “Necessary Defensive Actions” Against U.S. Port Fees
The Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced that its decision to impose a special port fee on U.S.-related vessels is a necessary defensive measure. Beijing stated that the move comes in response to Washington’s decision to apply port fees on Chinese ships, leaving China with “no choice but to take countermeasures.”
China Warns of Further Measures if U.S. Persists
Officials warned that if the United States continues its current course of action, China will take “resolute steps” to protect its legitimate rights and interests. Beijing emphasized that it remains committed to a stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-U.S. economic and trade relations.
Ministry Urges the U.S. to Correct “Erroneous Practices”
China urged the United States to promptly correct its recent trade and tariff actions, which it says severely harm Chinese interests and undermine the atmosphere for dialogue. According to the ministry, threatening high tariffs “at every turn” is not the right approach to engage with China.
China’s Position on Tariffs: “We Do Not Want to Fight, but We Are Not Afraid to Fight”
Reaffirming its long-standing position, the ministry stated: “China does not want a trade war, but will not back down if provoked.” It described the U.S. actions under Section 301 measures—targeting China’s maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding industries—as unjustified and harmful.
U.S. Accused of Expanding Restrictions on Chinese Enterprises
Beijing criticized Washington for arbitrarily expanding the scope of regulated enterprises through what it called “penetration rules,” which have affected thousands of Chinese companies. The ministry noted that since the U.S.-China trade talks in Madrid, the United States has introduced several new restrictions against China.
China Reassures Rare Earth Exporters
In a separate statement, the ministry assured that rare earth export applications for civilian use will continue to be approved if they meet Chinese regulations. It encouraged relevant enterprises “not to worry,” signaling that China will maintain stable global supply chains despite the ongoing tensions.
China Condemns “Double Standards” in U.S. Trade Policy
The ministry labeled the U.S. announcement of 100% tariffs on Chinese imports as a “classic case of double standards,” criticizing Washington for ignoring China’s goodwill and legitimate concerns.
Trump Slaps 100% Tariff on All Chinese Goods Amid Escalating Trade War
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 100% tariff on all Chinese imports and new export controls on critical software effective November 1, 2025. The move comes in response to China’s threat to impose sweeping global export curbs, which Trump condemned as “unprecedented and hostile.”
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