China Prepares Countermeasures as Trump Signals Aggressive Trade Tariffs

With U.S. President-elect Trump proposing steep tariffs, China plans targeted responses while navigating economic challenges.

Donald Trump has proposed tariffs of up to 60% on Chinese goods and 20% on other imports, aiming to reshape U.S. trade policy.
China has reduced its reliance on U.S. trade since the first trade war, diversifying its economic partnerships and bolstering domestic consumption.
Economists predict China's response to new tariffs will focus on targeted retaliation, such as pressure on U.S. companies operating in China, rather than dramatic measures like devaluing its currency or selling U.S. Treasury bonds.
Experts warn that Trump's proposed tariffs could significantly impact both economies, with potential costs to U.S. households and a slowdown in China's growth rate.
The debate over tariffs highlights broader ideological divides on trade policy, with proponents emphasizing domestic production and critics warning of higher consumer costs and global trade disruption.