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China has strongly criticized the US decision to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese goods. Beijing called Washington's move a display of "double standards" in trade policy. The Chinese government vowed to continue implementing export control measures in a "prudential and moderate manner." This escalation comes after the US threatened to cancel a planned meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi.

Key Points: China Slams US 100 Percent Tariffs as Double Standards

  • China will implement export controls prudently despite US tariff pressure
  • US imposed 100% tariffs following China's rare-earth export restrictions
  • Beijing highlights US controls 3000 items versus China's 900 items
  • Trade tensions threaten planned Trump-Xi meeting later this month
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China calls US' 100 pc tariffs as 'double standards', vows 'prudential' export control

Beijing vows prudential export control after Trump imposes 100% tariffs, accusing Washington of double standards in trade restrictions and export controls.

"The US remarks reflect a textbook 'double standard' - China's Ministry of Commerce"

Beijing, Oct 12

China on Sunday hit out at the US over its decision to impose 100 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, calling Washington's move a display of "double standards".

Beijing said it would take a "just and reasonable principled position" and continue implementing export control measures in a "prudential and moderate manner".

The reaction came after US President Donald Trump, on October 10, announced additional levies set to take effect from November 1, in retaliation for what he termed as China's "extraordinarily aggressive" new export restrictions on rare-earth minerals.

Washington also threatened to cancel a planned meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this month.

In a statement, China's Ministry of Commerce said, "On October 9, China released export control measures on rare earths and related items, which are normal actions taken by the Chinese government in accordance with laws and regulations to refine its own export control system."

"As a responsible major country, China always firmly safeguards its national security and international common security, always takes a just and reasonable principled position and implements export control measures in a prudential and moderate manner," it added.

Beijing accused Washington of escalating economic pressure against China since September.

"The US remarks reflect a textbook 'double standard'. For a long time, the US has been overstretching the concept of national security, abusing export control, taking discriminatory actions against China, and imposing unilateral long-arm jurisdiction measures on various products, including semiconductor equipment and chips," the ministry said.

It also highlighted the disparity between the two countries' export control regimes. It mentioned that the US Commerce Control List (CCL) covers over 3,000 items, whereas China's Export Control List of Dual-use Items only covers about 900.

"The US has long imposed the 'de minimis' rule for export controls, with a lowest threshold of 0 per cent. These measures of the US side have seriously harmed the legitimate and lawful rights and interests of companies, severely disrupted the international economic and trade order, and gravely undermined the security and stability of global industrial and supply chains," it added.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Both countries are playing power games. China calling out "double standards" is ironic given their own trade practices. But 100% tariffs are extreme - this will only hurt ordinary Americans and Chinese workers. India should use this opportunity to strengthen our own rare earth mining capabilities.
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Arjun K
The US has 3000+ items on control list vs China's 900, yet they complain about China's restrictions? Seriously? This shows who the real protectionist is. India needs to be careful dealing with both these giants. 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
While I understand China's frustration, their rare earth export controls are equally problematic. This tit-for-tat escalation helps no one. Maybe India can play a mediating role given our good relations with both nations?
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Vikram M
Rare earth minerals are crucial for electronics and defense. China controls 80% of global supply. This trade war highlights why India needs to be self-reliant in critical minerals. Atmanirbhar Bharat is the only way forward! 💪
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Kavya N
Both sides need to de-escalate. As someone working in electronics manufacturing, these trade tensions create so much uncertainty for businesses. Prices of components are already fluctuating wildly. Hope our PM can use his diplomatic skills to help calm things down.

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