China warns of backlash to US trade protectionism

US President Donald Trump displaying the executive order after signing it at the White House on Tuesday. China's reaction has been cautious, with the Commerce Ministry suggesting that Beijing would take the case to the WTO.
US President Donald Trump displaying the executive order after signing it at the White House on Tuesday. China's reaction has been cautious, with the Commerce Ministry suggesting that Beijing would take the case to the WTO.PHOTO: EPA-EFE

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