Beijing: China says it is closely studying a recent ruling by the United States Supreme Court that struck down many tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump’s trade policy. The decision has added new uncertainty to global trade and raised questions about the future of tariffs between the world’s two largest economies.
China’s Ministry of Commerce said it is conducting a full assessment of the ruling and urged Washington to cancel unilateral tariff measures. Officials in Beijing repeated their opposition to protectionist trade actions, saying such measures violate international trade rules and harm global economic stability.
The court ruled that tariffs imposed using emergency powers were unlawful, weakening a key trade tool used in recent years. The decision could affect billions of dollars in duties that had been applied to imports, including goods from China.
Despite the ruling, the Trump administration signaled it will continue pursuing tariff measures using different legal tools. Officials announced plans for new tariffs that could reach up to 15 percent on certain imports for a limited period, while alternative trade investigations are also being considered.
China warned it will safeguard its economic interests and monitor Washington’s next steps. Officials stressed that trade conflicts hurt both sides and called for cooperation and dialogue.
The ruling has triggered cautious reactions across global markets and among US trading partners. Some countries expressed concern that renewed tariff actions could disrupt supply chains and slow economic growth. Analysts say the legal decision may reshape trade policy while prolonging uncertainty for businesses and investors.
The development comes at a sensitive time for US China relations, with trade tensions already high. Observers expect tariffs to be a key issue in upcoming diplomatic engagements between the two countries.
Experts say the ruling is significant because it challenges the scope of presidential authority in trade matters while potentially reshaping global commerce. However, with new tariffs under consideration, uncertainty in international trade is likely to continue.