China Calls Out U.S. ‘Overcapacity’ Claims as Hypocritical Bullying

China has fired back at U.S. accusations of industrial 'overcapacity,' calling the claims 'economic bullying' and 'hypocritical double standards' in a heated trade clash. The dispute highlights rising tensions between the world's two largest economies amid the global race for green tech supremacy.

'Rules for Thee, Not for Me'?

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin criticized the U.S. for labeling its own subsidies as 'critical investments' while framing similar Chinese policies as 'unfair competition.' 'This is textbook hypocrisy,' Wang declared during a Tuesday briefing, comparing it to 'a video game player who changes the rules mid-match when they're losing.'

China's Green Tech Edge Explained

Wang emphasized that China's dominance in EVs, solar panels, and lithium batteries stems from 'relentless innovation' and 'healthy market competition' – not just government support. He contrasted this with recent U.S. legislation like the Chips Act, which pours billions into American tech sectors while criticizing similar overseas investments.

Global Stakes in Green Transition

The spokesperson framed China's clean energy exports as 'win-win solutions' for climate goals worldwide. 'Blocking affordable solar tech is like refusing umbrellas during a rainstorm because they're not your brand,' Wang argued, urging cooperation over protectionism.

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China slams U.S. overcapacity claims as 'bullying'

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