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China Pushes Back Against U.S. Copper Import Probe ๐Ÿšจ๐ŸŒ

China has called on the U.S. to drop its investigation into copper imports, labeling the move as “unilateral” and a threat to global trade stability. The dispute highlights rising tensions between the worldโ€™s two largest economies. ๐Ÿ“‰โš–๏ธ

Spokesperson Slams ‘Protectionist’ Move

Chinese Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yadong criticized the U.S. Section 232 probe, calling it a “national security pretext” that undermines WTO rules. “China exports minimal copper products and is a net importer of refined copper,” He emphasized, dismissing claims of unfair subsidies. ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ›‘

WTO Ruling Adds Fuel

A 2022 WTO expert panel previously ruled that similar U.S. tariffs violated international trade rules. China warns that additional tariffs could disrupt global supply chainsโ€”already strained by pandemic recovery efforts. ๐ŸŒโ›“๏ธ

Dialogue or Consequences?

While urging dialogue to resolve the issue, China vowed to take “necessary measures” if restrictions are imposed. The standoff echoes recent tech and green-energy trade disputes, keeping markets on edge. ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ”Œ

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