China Issues Stern Warning to Nations Yielding to U.S. Trade Demands, Stating ’Concessions Will Not Be Honored’

In a firm statement, Chinese authorities have cautioned countries against capitulating to trade pressures exerted by the United States, emphasizing that any compromises made under duress will not be acknowledged or respected. The message underscores China’s stance on maintaining sovereignty in international trade negotiations and reflects growing tensions in global economic diplomacy.

China warns that agreeing to the US demand could backfire

A Commerce Ministry spokesperson said “Appeasement will not bring peace, and compromise will not be respected,”.

In recent weeks, Beijing imposed 125% levies on American imports in response to U.S. tariffs. It also restricted exports of critical minerals and placed several smaller U.S. companies on blacklists that limit their work with Chinese firms.

Analysts do not expect a trade deal soon. On Thursday, April 17, former President Donald Trump said he believed a deal could be struck in three to four weeks.

Last week, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia on his first overseas trip of 2025. In official statements, Xi called for joint efforts to oppose tariffs and “unilateral bullying.”

Since U.S. tariffs began, China has boosted trade with Southeast Asia, which is now its largest regional partner. The United States remains China’s top single‑country partner.

Last week, China’s Ministry of Commerce named Li Chenggang, former ambassador to the World Trade Organization, as its top trade negotiator and vice minister. Separately, China has filed a lawsuit against the United States with the WTO over the latest round of tariffs.

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