China Seeks India’s Support Against US Tariffs Amid Growing Trade Tensions
Date: 09-apr-2025
Amid escalating global trade tensions, China has called upon India to adopt a unified front in response to sweeping tariffs imposed by the United States. On April 8, 2025, the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi urged the Indian government to work in cooperation with Beijing to challenge what it described as "unilateral abuse of tariffs" by the U.S. administration.
Chinese Diplomacy Targets Regional Alliances
Yu Jing, spokesperson for the Chinese Embassy, emphasized that the trade relationship between India and China is one of complementarity and mutual benefit. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, she said, “India and China must stand together to protect multilateral trade norms and resist unfair trade practices that disrupt global stability.”
India Maintains Strategic Caution
Despite China's outreach, Indian policymakers remain cautious. While India is also impacted by the recent 26% U.S. tariffs on its exports, it is currently pursuing bilateral trade discussions with Washington rather than aligning with Beijing. Indian officials have signaled that direct engagement with the U.S. may yield more pragmatic results.
Analysts note that deep-seated tensions between India and China—including ongoing border disputes and strategic rivalry in the Indo-Pacific—limit the likelihood of a strong diplomatic partnership on trade matters.
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China’s Tariff Concerns Grow
The United States recently imposed tariffs of up to 104% on Chinese goods, intensifying a long-standing trade dispute. China has labeled the tariffs as a form of "economic coercion" and is seeking international support to counteract the impact on its export-driven economy.
Geopolitical Balancing Act
- China appeals to India for joint resistance against U.S. tariffs
- India stays neutral, focusing on trade deals with Western allies
- Experts skeptical of India-China alignment due to strategic friction
- U.S. tariffs continue to disrupt global supply chains and markets
- China’s economic diplomacy now extends beyond traditional partners
What’s Next for India-China-US Trade Triangle?
While a formal trade alliance between India and China appears unlikely, this latest diplomatic move signals Beijing’s concern about increasing isolation in global trade. India, on the other hand, is carefully balancing its economic interests with strategic priorities, as it seeks to emerge as a stable manufacturing hub amid shifting global supply chains.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining how India positions itself in the evolving trade landscape, especially as it prepares for high-level talks with both the U.S. and UK over tariff relief and market access.
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