Trade Wars & Finger-Pointing: U.S. Tariffs Spark China’s Fury
Chinese Consul General in San Francisco Zhang Jianmin has called out the U.S. for linking tariffs to fentanyl controls, warning that the move could derail crucial cooperation between the two nations. Speaking to the San Francisco Chronicle, Zhang stressed that China has strictly regulated fentanyl since 2019, calling the U.S. accusations 'deeply offensive.'
Why This Matters
Zhang argued that the U.S. tariff strategy, framed as a response to the fentanyl crisis, risks hurting American communities—especially trade-reliant regions like the West Coast. 'Trade wars have no winners,' he warned, adding that everyday citizens will bear the brunt of rising costs and strained relations.
The Fentanyl Factor
Despite China’s strict controls on fentanyl exports, the U.S. has weaponized the opioid crisis to justify tariffs, Zhang said. He urged Washington to 'come back to reason' and prioritize dialogue over punitive measures: 'Blaming others solves nothing.'
What’s Next?
With tensions escalating, Zhang emphasized that mutual respect is key to resolving disputes. Will the U.S. rethink its approach—or double down? The stakes for global trade and cross-Pacific relations have never been higher.
China Slams U.S. Tariff Move as ‘Unacceptable’ in Fentanyl Dispute
Why This Matters
The Fentanyl Factor
What’s Next?
