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China warns U.S. to stop 'wrong' trade actions or face consequences

26 Sept 08:21 Key points summarised by AI

China strongly opposes the U.S. decision to levy additional tariffs on $550 billion worth of Chinese goods, warning of consequences if Washington does not cease its 'wrong actions'.
The U.S. announced a 5% increase in duties after China retaliated with tariffs on $75 billion worth of U.S. goods, escalating the ongoing bilateral trade dispute.
China's Commerce Ministry condemned U.S. 'unilateral and bullying trade protectionism,' asserting it violates mutual respect and damages the multilateral trade system.
U.S. President Trump plans to raise existing tariffs on $250 billion of Chinese imports to 30% from October 1 and increase duties on another $300 billion to 15%.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.