In a bold and inspiring message at the Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture Open Day, Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng emphasized that China firmly opposes any form of tariff or trade war. 🚀 Drawing parallels with traditional Chinese medicine, he reminded us that just as TCM addresses both symptoms and root causes, tackling economic challenges requires a holistic approach.
Recalling a well-known saying — "the greatest physicians save a country and the second greatest save individuals" — Xie Feng underlined the importance of protecting national interests while promoting fairness and justice in international trade. He warned that if any country resorts to tariff or trade wars, China will face such challenges fearlessly with resolute countermeasures.
This message resonates in today’s interconnected world, where the flow of trade is vital for global prosperity. Rather than fighting over a fixed piece of the pie, a wiser strategy is to expand the pie for everyone, ensuring that innovation and growth benefit all. 🌍
Recent events like the China International Consumer Products Expo and the Canton Fair have showcased a thriving market with record-high participation and significant investments — over $32 billion at the 2025 Global Industrial Investment Promotion Conference for the Hainan Free Trade Port, alongside a 5.4% GDP growth in the first quarter. Such milestones highlight that openness and collaboration continue to drive robust economic progress.
Looking ahead, Xie Feng’s remarks encourage nations to embrace connectivity and address challenges at their roots, fostering a resilient and vibrant global economy that benefits every community.
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China's U.S. envoy: Beijing opposes tariff or trade war of any form
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