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China Slams UK-US Trade Deal, Claims Economic Threat

5/15/2025

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China has fiercely condemned the recent UK-US trade agreement, arguing it threatens its economic interests and breaches cooperation principles. While the deal lowers tariffs on UK exports, it restricts Chinese access to the market. UK officials defend the agreement as vital for job security and future trade, even as tensions with China escalate.

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China has fiercely condemned the recent UK-US trade agreement, arguing it threatens its economic interests and breaches cooperation principles. While the deal lowers tariffs on UK exports, it restricts Chinese access to the market. UK officials defend the agreement as vital for job security and future trade, even as tensions with China escalate.