Xi Jinping’s Veiled Jibe At Trump Amid Temporary U.S.-China Tariff Truce; ‘There Are No Winners In…’

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Xi Jinping’s Veiled Criticism of Trump Amid U.S.–China Tariff Truce

During a diplomatic visit to Southeast Asia, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a subtle but pointed message criticizing protectionist trade policies—widely seen as a veiled jab at former U.S. President Donald Trump. His comments came shortly after a temporary 90-day tariff truce was agreed upon between the U.S. and China.

Without directly naming Trump, Xi stated, “There are no winners in a trade war,” emphasizing that trade conflicts, tariff battles, and technology restrictions are counterproductive and harmful to global economic stability. He warned that such actions “lead nowhere” and called for respect for the international trading system and cooperation over confrontation.

The remarks come as Trump continues to impose and adjust tariffs on Chinese goods, and considers new restrictions on Chinese tech firms—moves that have fueled ongoing tensions. Xi’s speech highlights China’s effort to cast itself as a responsible global actor advocating for open markets and multilateral cooperation, in contrast to the U.S.'s more confrontational stance.

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