China resolutely opposes US unilateralism, protectionism - China Commerce Ministry

The Chinese Commerce Ministry is hitting the wires with direct comments about the US' use of tariffs to fight what they vow is 'Chinese intellectual property theft', and is speaking ahead of Trump's expected unveiling of an additional $50B in tariffs aimed directly at Chinese-made goods.

Key highlights

The Chinese Commerce Ministry has stated that they are directly and resolutely opposed to protectionism by the US, ahead of the trade measures to be taken up against China. The Commerce Ministry also stated that it is willing to take all necessary measures to protect its interests.