The official warned that targeting other nations would not address US' internal drug issues but would instead harm businesses and consumers in the US while disrupting global supply chains.
The Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) criticised the US justification, stating that China is one of the strictest nations in the world when it comes to drug control and international cooperation.
Trump's plan includes increased tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, with China’s levy doubling from 10 per cent to 20 per cent.
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