With the World Trade Organization's (WTO) dispute settlement system effectively sidelined in U.S.-China disputes, other mechanisms in international law may serve as a legal basis for China to retaliate against U.S. tariffs and other discriminatory measures, a Chinese lawyer argues.

Amidst the ongoing trade tensions with the United States, China is reportedly offering a bit of relief for select U.S. imports from its 125% tariffs. Beijing is actively engaging with the business community to avoid supply chain disruptions, with reports suggesting that exemptions have been implemented for chips, pharmaceuticals

At today's press conference, China's Ministry of Commerce outlined different plans to deal with different trading partners. While it will continue to enhance supply chain collaboration with Asian countries and engage in negotiations with the EU, it will wait on any trade talks with the United

At a Washington International Trade Association event yesterday, several trade experts discussed U.S.-China trade issues such as the Trump administration's strategy regarding negotiations with China, the view from Beijing, possible components of a deal, and the impact on third countries.

As U.S.-China trade tensions rise, third countries may find themselves caught in the middle. China has warned against any third-country partnership with the U.S. that targets Chinese interests, while it also seeks enhanced cooperation and integration with other trading partners.

As part of the broader Chinese retaliation against recent U.S. tariffs, the China Film Administration stated last week that it will limit movie imports from the United States.

Today, in what is likely the final episode of this week's tariff war escalation, Beijing announced the new rate for U.S. goods, matching the 125% imposed by the Trump administration on Chinese goods under the "reciprocal tariffs."