China warns Trump to 'stop whining' amid escalating trade tensions

In an escalating trade war, China has warned the United States to 'stop whining' about being a victim in global trade as tensions rise between the two superpowers. China's state-run media criticized Donald Trump's tariffs, which have reached 145% on Chinese goods, arguing that the U.S. has long lived beyond its means and is not being 'ripped off' but rather taking a 'free ride on the globalization train.' In retaliation, China has imposed its own tariffs of 125% on U.S. products and has halted orders for American-made aircraft parts. Trump's administration insists that the U.S. is benefiting from the tariffs, claiming record revenue is helping to combat inflation. Meanwhile, both nations are engaged in a war of words, with analysts predicting significant economic repercussions for both sides. Amidst these tensions, China's economy reported a surprising growth of 5.4% in the first quarter of 2025 despite the trade conflict.