Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian

In response to an inquiry about the White House's statement claiming China now faces up to a 245 percent tariff on imports to the US as a result of its retaliatory actions, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian responded on Wednesday that "you can ask the US side for the specific tax rate figures." 

Lin said on Wednesday's press briefing that China has repeatedly stated its solemn position on the tariff issue. The tariff war was initiated by the US. China has taken necessary countermeasures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests and international fairness and justice, which is completely reasonable and legal. Tariff and trade wars have no winner. China does not want to fight these wars but is not scared of them.

Global Times