China Warns Countries From Making Trade Deals With US At Its Expense, Promises ’Countermeasures

China issued a stern warning to countries contemplating new economic agreements with the United States that could harm Chinese interests. In a pointed statement on Monday, Beijing accused Washington of misusing tariffs and cautioned other nations against collaborating with the US in a way that disadvantages China.

The Chinese Commerce Ministry warned that the country will 'firmly oppose any party striking a deal at China's expense and will take countermeasures in a resolute and reciprocal manner', reported Reuters.

This statement came in reaction to a Bloomberg report suggesting that the Trump administration is actively working to dissuade nations seeking tariff exemptions from maintaining or expanding trade ties with China. The reported strategy even included possible monetary penalties for countries that fail to comply.