China firmly opposes US' unilateral restrictive measures

The spokeswoman for the Ministry of Commerce on Thursday expressed China's firm opposition against the United States' unilateral restrictive measures, including those imposed under the pretext of so-called "forced labor".

In response to a question regarding the US' proposals to impose additional tariffs on economies allegedly involved in forced labor, commerce ministry spokeswoman He Yongqian said in a weekly news briefing that China's position on the Section 301 investigation is consistent and clear.

He noted that China opposes all forms of unilateral restrictive measures, including a series of trade restrictions imposed on the nation under the guise of "forced labor", adding that it has repeatedly made its solemn position clear on the matter.

The spokeswoman urged the US side to align with China in maintaining stable bilateral economic and trade relations.

When asked about the US Department of Commerce's move to close so-called "regulatory loopholes" related to semiconductor exports, He reiterated China's longstanding opposition to the US abuse of export controls under the pretext of national security.

Such practices, she said, seriously harm the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese companies, severely undermine international trade order, and significantly disrupt the stability of the global semiconductor industrial and supply chains.

The commerce official called on the US to promptly correct its erroneous practices, stop discriminatory measures against China, and help preserve the stability of global industrial and supply chains.