China Evaluates U.S. Customs Tariff Proposals Amid Trade Tensions

China has responded to recent U.S. proposals for renewed trade negotiations by emphasizing that any meaningful dialogue must be based on sincerity and the removal of unilateral tariffs imposed by Washington. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce confirmed that it is evaluating U.S. overtures but warned that without rectification of what it calls the U.S.'s 'erroneous' and 'unilateral' tariff actions, negotiations would lack credibility and further erode trust. Both sides have imposed significant tariffs on each other's goods, resulting in sharply reduced trade and economic strain. While U.S. officials claim China is seeking talks, Beijing maintains that it remains open to dialogue but will fight if necessary should the U.S. resort to coercion or double standards. China insists that lifting tariffs is a prerequisite for progress, cautioning that empty promises or attempts at blackmail are unacceptable. The ongoing standoff reflects broader concerns about the economic and diplomatic repercussions of the trade conflict.