China Expected to Retaliate Over U.S. Tariffs

The transcript discusses potential retaliatory measures by China in response to US trade decisions. It highlights the likelihood of China pausing trade agreements, especially those involving agricultural and energy imports, due to perceived US aggression. The discussion also touches on China's desire to avoid a trade war while being pressured to respond firmly. A state-run media piece suggests China should collaborate with other economies to counter the US's aggressive trade stance.

What did a researcher at the Ministry of Commerce suggest about China's response to Washington's decisions?

• Retaliatory measures are very likely.

• China will increase trade with the US.

• There will be no change in trade policies.

• China will ignore the decisions.

Which agreements are likely to be put on hold according to the transcript?

• Agreements on agricultural and energy imports

• Agreements on military cooperation

• Agreements on technology exchange

• Agreements on cultural exchange

What has China long stated about its position on a trade war?

• It wants to initiate a trade war.

• It wants to avoid a trade war.

• It has already started a trade war.

• It is indifferent to a trade war.

What pressure is China under according to the transcript?

• To show strength against US aggression

• To form a military alliance with Russia

• To increase imports from the US

• To reduce exports to Europe

What did the state-run media commentary suggest China should do in response to the US trade stance?

• Ignore the US completely

• Increase trade with the US

• Reduce its own exports

• Coordinate a response with other economies