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China rejects US blame on fentanyl as punitive tariff remains in place

( May 13, 2025, 08:30 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China insists that the fentanyl crisis is a US problem, urging Washington to stop assigning blame and instead engage in dialogue based on "equality, respect and mutual benefit." Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian reiterated at a press conference today that Beijing has consistently maintained that the responsibility for the fentanyl issue lies with the US, not China. Lin added that the US is disregarding China's goodwill by imposing so-called “fentanyl tariffs” — a 20 percent punitive duty that remains in effect — thereby undermining efforts toward cooperation and dialogue on drug control.The excerpt of the transcript follows:...

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