China's sharp retaliation on Trump's 245% tariff: 'If America continues, no one will pity', warning of joining

New Delhi, 17 April 2025: US-China Tariff War has now reached a dangerous turn between the US and China. After President Donald Trump's announcement to impose 245% tariff (245% tarif) on Chinese goods, China has given the first spicy reaction for the first time. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian warned, "If the US continues the strategy of this tariff, no mercy will be spared." This statement is increasing further tension between Ukraine war and global economic turmoil. Let us understand the facts, causes and effects of this conflict in detail.

Trump's tariff attack and China's response

The White House issued a statement on 15 April 2025 stating that 245% tariff on Chinese goods, including 125% mutual tariffs, 20% fantanil tariffs, and section 301 tariffs up to 100%, have been imposed in response to China's counter actions. Trump described it as part of its "USA First" policy, which aims to protect American industries and national security.

In response, the Chinese Foreign Ministry called Trump's policy "unilateral threats and blackmail" at the press conference on 16 April. Lynn Gian said, "This tariff war started by America. If they increase it further, we will answer with full force." China has already implemented 125% tariffs on American goods and has banned the delivery of Boeing Jets. In addition, the ban on export of rare earth minerals has been further tightened, which are essential for American high-tech and defense industries.

Background of tariff war

The conflict began in April 2024, when Trump imposed a 10% Aadhaar tariff on all countries and increased 54% tariff on China. In response, China imposed 34% tariff on American goods, which was later increased by 84% and then to 125%. Trump increased tariffs on China by 145% on 9 April 2025, after which it increased by the latest 245%.

China has spoken of ignoring this "Numbers Game". The Chinese Commerce Ministry gave a statement, "If America and tariffs increase, it will be financially meaningless and will become a joke in the history of the world economy." Nevertheless, China has taken steps such as banning non-tariff measures such as ban on Hollywood films and putting American companies in the "incredible unit" list.

Global and economic influence

This tariff war is affecting the global supply chain. In 2024, there was a $ 650 billion trade between the US and China, which is now almost impossible. The global markets have seen a huge decline, and Moody's Ratings have warned that this uncertainty may trigger the global recession.

The Consumer Sentiment Index in the US fell from 57.0 to 50.8 in April 2025, and inflation expectations reached 6.7%, which is the highest since 1981. On the other hand, China is focusing on increasing its domestic consumption, so that the dependence on exports is reduced.

Jinping strategy

President Xi Jinping has adopted a strategy to take this conflict to a global stage. Recently, on a tour of Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia, he called Trump's policies "unilateral hooliganism". The Chinese Foreign Ministry shared a 1953 Korean war speech on social media by the Chinese Foreign Ministry on social media, in which he said, "We are not afraid of war." This step is an attempt to awaken the national pride in the people of China and to convey a message to the global community that China is not going to bow down.

India and global references

India is taking a neutral attitude in this confrontation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi started a trade talks with Trump in February 2025, which aims to take bilateral trade to $ 500 billion by 2030. India has so far avoided counter -tariffs, but this tariff war can affect Indian exports, especially electronics and pharma sectors.

conclusion

Trump's 245% tariff and China's "no mercy" stance has pushed the two countries into a war that cannot be a winner. This conflict is affecting not only America and China, but also the economy of the whole world. Will the two countries come to the conversation table, or will it deepen the war? This question is unanswered, but its effect is clearly visible on global trade and consumers.