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China urges US to revoke tariff investigation into copper imports

( February 27, 2025, 08:12 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China has urged the US to promptly revoke its Section 232 investigation into copper imports, labeling it a unilateral and protectionist move under the guise of "national security," said Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yadong at a regular press conference today. He warned that the investigation could undermine the rules-based multilateral trading system and destabilize global supply chains. Highlighting that China is a net importer of refined copper and exports only a small amount of copper products, China pledged to take necessary measures to protect its legitimate rights if the US proceeds with tariffs or other restrictions.An excerpt of the transcript follows:...

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