Ministry of Foreign Affairs: China opposes US political manipulation under the pretext of so-called 'overcapacity'

Beijing, March 12 (Xinhua) -- In response to media reports that the United States has recently announced that it will launch relevant trade investigations against 16 trading partners, including China, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a regular press conference on March 12 that China's position on handling Sino US economic and trade issues is consistent and clear, and opposes various forms of unilateral tariff measures. Tariff wars and trade wars do not serve the interests of either party. Both parties should negotiate and resolve relevant issues on the basis of equality, respect, and mutual benefit. The so-called 'overcapacity' is a false proposition, and China opposes using it as an excuse for political manipulation.