The Chinese ambassador to India has denounced recent US tariffs on India, framing the situation as an opportunity for greater economic collaboration between Beijing and New Delhi.
Beijing Criticizes US Tariffs on India, Calls for Strengthened China-India Relations
Beijing Criticizes US Tariffs on India, Calls for Strengthened China-India Relations
Chinese Ambassador Urges Cooperation Between India and China Amid US Trade Tension
In a recent address at an event in New Delhi, Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong criticized the United States for imposing significant tariffs on India, labeling the country a "bully" in the international trade arena. Xu's remarks coincide with a growing tension between India and the US, following the recent imposition of tariffs by the Biden administration.
Xu emphasized China’s firm opposition to the US's steep tariffs, which range up to 50%. "US has imposed tariffs of up to 50% on India and even threatened for more. Silence only emboldens the bully," he stated. These tariffs come on top of previous penalties, including a 25% charge related to India's imports of oil and weaponry from Russia.
The backdrop to these remarks includes a strain in US-India relations, exacerbated by Delhi’s increasing imports of Russian crude oil amidst the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Indian officials justify this trade, arguing the need to provide affordable energy to millions of its citizens. This has added complexity to trade negotiations with the US, previously marked by an understanding from the Biden administration for India to acquire Russian oil to stabilize global energy markets.
Despite the ongoing tensions with the US, relations between China and India appear to be improving. Following a tumultuous aftermath of clashes in Galwan in 2020, both nations are now focusing on normalization talks. Recent diplomatic efforts by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi toward enhancing bilateral ties indicate a shift in approach, urging both countries to regard each other as partners rather than adversaries.
During Thursday's event, Ambassador Xu echoed these sentiments, describing India and China as the "double engines" of growth in Asia. He called for increased investment from Indian businesses into China and expressed hopes that India would foster a welcoming atmosphere for Chinese firms.
Xu remarked that ongoing tariff and trade wars are disrupting global economic systems and pointed towards a collective benefit derived from cooperation. He reaffirmed China's commitment to supporting India in advocating for a multilateral trading framework centered around the World Trade Organization (WTO). The ambassador further noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit could rejuvenate China-India relations.
In a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape, both India and China seem poised to strengthen their economic ties, potentially reshaping their regional influence alongside ongoing challenges posed by US trade policies.
Xu emphasized China’s firm opposition to the US's steep tariffs, which range up to 50%. "US has imposed tariffs of up to 50% on India and even threatened for more. Silence only emboldens the bully," he stated. These tariffs come on top of previous penalties, including a 25% charge related to India's imports of oil and weaponry from Russia.
The backdrop to these remarks includes a strain in US-India relations, exacerbated by Delhi’s increasing imports of Russian crude oil amidst the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Indian officials justify this trade, arguing the need to provide affordable energy to millions of its citizens. This has added complexity to trade negotiations with the US, previously marked by an understanding from the Biden administration for India to acquire Russian oil to stabilize global energy markets.
Despite the ongoing tensions with the US, relations between China and India appear to be improving. Following a tumultuous aftermath of clashes in Galwan in 2020, both nations are now focusing on normalization talks. Recent diplomatic efforts by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi toward enhancing bilateral ties indicate a shift in approach, urging both countries to regard each other as partners rather than adversaries.
During Thursday's event, Ambassador Xu echoed these sentiments, describing India and China as the "double engines" of growth in Asia. He called for increased investment from Indian businesses into China and expressed hopes that India would foster a welcoming atmosphere for Chinese firms.
Xu remarked that ongoing tariff and trade wars are disrupting global economic systems and pointed towards a collective benefit derived from cooperation. He reaffirmed China's commitment to supporting India in advocating for a multilateral trading framework centered around the World Trade Organization (WTO). The ambassador further noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit could rejuvenate China-India relations.
In a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape, both India and China seem poised to strengthen their economic ties, potentially reshaping their regional influence alongside ongoing challenges posed by US trade policies.
