China says fentanyl issue is responsibility of the United States
- On May 13, a spokesperson from China's Foreign Ministry reiterated that the fentanyl crisis is an issue faced by the United States, not China.
- This statement follows US tariffs imposed on Chinese goods citing fentanyl trafficking, which China considers unreasonable and damaging to cooperation.
- China accused the US of smearing and shifting blame and emphasized that dialogue must be based on respect, equality, and reciprocity.
- The US imposed 20 percent tariffs targeting chemicals used to make fentanyl, while both sides agreed to reduce some tariffs and work constructively on the issue.
- China’s position implies that resolving fentanyl problems requires US responsibility and sincerity in cooperation, as current actions disrupt bilateral drug control efforts.
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