China’s Ministry of Commerce has issued a direct demand for the immediate removal of tariffs levied by the United States on Chinese steel and aluminum imports. The call came in response to a decision by a World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute settlement panel, which found that China had imposed additional duties on specific imports from the US.

Taking note of the WTO panel’s ruling, China’s ministry is currently analyzing the report. It attributes the ongoing dispute to the “unilateralist and protectionist behavior” demonstrated by the US. In the ministry’s perspective, the additional duties China imposed were a measured response taken within the confines of the law to protect its rights and interests.

This call for tariff removal is part of the broader trade tensions between the two economic giants. China’s assertive stance underscores its commitment to upholding its interests within the international trade framework, as tensions continue to arise due to economic policies that are perceived as detrimental to global trade cohesion.

The appeal for swift action on the tariffs is likely to escalate the ongoing trade discourse between the two countries. The outcome could significantly shape the future trajectory of their economic relationship within the broader context of international trade norms and practices.