Trump Pulls the Trigger on China Trade War

The President has announced tariffs on $34 billion worth of Chinese goods, with an additional $16 billion potentially coming soon. China has retaliated with its own tariffs, and the move has sparked global backlash from countries and multinational corporations. Domestically, some Republicans and conservative groups, like the Heritage Foundation, have expressed concerns about the impact on supply chains. China has accused the U.S. of violating WTO rules, escalating the trade conflict.

What did the Chinese Ministry of Commerce say about the United States' actions?

What is the significance of the World Trade Organization in the context of the trade war?