Xi Jinping Denounces U.S. Tariffs During Southeast Asia Tour

The Chinese leader emphasizes dialogue and economic cooperation while visiting Vietnam to counter U.S. protectionist measures.

Xi Jinping began his Southeast Asia tour in Vietnam, with plans to visit Malaysia and Cambodia to strengthen regional economic ties.
The Chinese president criticized U.S. tariffs, set at a prohibitive 145%, calling protectionism a policy that benefits no one.
Xi highlighted the importance of preserving multilateral trade systems and ensuring global supply chain stability in light of U.S.-China trade tensions.
China is pushing for dialogue to resolve territorial disputes in the South China Sea, including conflicts with Vietnam over the Paracel Islands.
Southeast Asia remains a crucial region for Chinese exports, with ASEAN countries being the top recipients of Chinese goods last year.