China Prepares Countermeasures as U.S.-China Trade Tensions Escalate

Xi Jinping warns of a 'no-win' trade war as Donald Trump plans steep tariff hikes on Chinese imports.

Donald Trump is set to impose higher tariffs on Chinese imports after his upcoming inauguration, escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China.
Xi Jinping has criticized the potential trade war, stating it would harm both nations and contradict global economic trends.
China is looking to stimulate domestic consumption and diversify trade partnerships with regions like ASEAN, Africa, and South America to reduce reliance on U.S. markets.
Recent Chinese export data showed resilience, partly due to foreign companies stockpiling goods in anticipation of higher U.S. tariffs.
China's leadership is exploring monetary policy adjustments and fiscal measures to counter economic pressures, though analysts remain cautious about the effectiveness of these efforts.