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Pakistan, October 16 — China, however, strongly supported its choice, issuing a comprehensive seven-point response via state-run media. Beijing argued that the licensing system was announced beforehand and is in line with global trade standards adopted by other large economies. Representatives mentioned that the restrictions are essential to guarantee resource security and keep steady local supply, while criticizing Washington for inflating the matter for political gain.

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The conflict arises from a fiery conversation between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping during a phone call in September. Since that time, both countries have charged each other with breaching trade agreements before an important two-way meeting. Beijing attributes the current rising tensions to Washington’s recent enlargement of its “Entity List,” which focuses on Chinese companies alleged to be circumventing export controls on high-tech equipment.

On the other hand, the United States asserts that China’s restrictions on critical minerals have reignited trade tensions. Trump called Beijing’s move “shocking” and warned it might disrupt global supply chains that rely on Chinese resources. In response, Chinese state media pointed out that the US has significantly more extensive export control lists, including over 3,000 items, in comparison to China’s 900. The reports noted that Beijing’s actions align with traditional approaches seen in Western economies.

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An opinion piece in the Global Times mentioned that Washington should not be taken aback by China’s “reciprocal” reaction, contending that the US has consistently violated prior trade agreements. The article indicated that the recent dispute highlights Washington’s lack of consistency in its approach and its use of trade pressure strategies. With both parties strengthening their stances, expectations for reducing trade tensions before the upcoming Trump-Xi summit seem to be fading.