China Rejects Trump’s Claims of Ongoing Tariff Negotiations

Beijing, April 24, 2025 — The People’s Republic of China has firmly denied U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertions regarding active negotiations between Beijing and Washington over trade tariffs. During a press briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun labeled Trump’s claims as unfounded, emphasizing that no discussions or agreements related to tariffs have taken place between the two nations.

Guo’s remarks come in response to Trump’s recent interviews with American media, where the president suggested that the United States and China were engaged in talks aimed at reviewing tariffs imposed during the 2018-2020 trade war. Trump indicated that these negotiations could lead to a mutually beneficial resolution, alleviating economic pressures on both countries. However, the Chinese government’s position, as articulated by Guo, suggests either a reluctance to engage on Washington’s terms or a perception that Trump’s statements are a strategic maneuver to influence both domestic and international audiences.

Guo called on the United States to avoid disseminating misinformation, which he argued undermines trust between the two nations. This incident highlights the escalating tensions in U.S.-China relations, with trade policy remaining a particularly contentious subject.

The broader implications of these tensions were underscored by recent reports. According to Bloomberg, the Trump administration is contemplating the imposition of new tariffs on Chinese imports, including electronics and automobiles, in response to alleged violations of international trade norms by Beijing. Such measures have raised alarm in Europe and Asia, where fears of a renewed trade war could threaten global economic stability.

China is intensifying efforts to diversify its trading partnerships, strengthening relations with ASEAN nations and Latin American countries to mitigate reliance on the U.S. market.