China’s Ministry of Commerce demanded on Wednesday that the United States immediately lift tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum imports.
The ministry’s comments came in response to a dispute settlement panel of the World Trade Organization, which concluded that China was imposing additional duties on some imports from the United States.
The ministry said, “China has learned of the findings of the WTO committee and is studying its report,” adding that “the main reason lies in the unilateral and protectionist behavior of the US side.”
“The countermeasures taken by the Chinese side in accordance with the law are a legitimate step to protect its legitimate rights and interests,” she added.
