‘China will have to pay tariff upto 155%’:Trump warns Beijing, urges deal by November 1; plans to meet China’s Xi Jinping soon

US President Donald Trump warned China on Monday that it may have to pay tariffs up to 155%. He asked China to make a trade deal by November 1. Trump made this statement during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the White House. He said, China has been very respectful towards us. They are giving us a huge amount as tariffs up to 55 percent. This is a very large amount. However, if no agreement is reached by November 1, this could go up to 155 percent. He said that earlier many countries took advantage of America, but now this will not be allowed to happen. Trump had threatened to impose 100% tariff The United States has threatened to impose an additional 100% tariff on China after Beijing introduced new rules regulating the export of rare minerals. Under the new regulations, companies seeking to buy rare minerals from China and sell them abroad must first obtain a license from the Chinese government. US President Donald Trump described the move as ‘hostile’ and warned that if China does not reverse the decision, US would implement a new three-digit tariff exceeding 100%. China’s export restrictions on 5 rare earth materials China holds 17 rare minerals used in electronics, electric vehicles, and the defense sector, exporting them worldwide. Previously controlling seven, Beijing added five more—Holmium, Erbium, Thulium, Europium, and Ytterbium—on October 9, bringing the total under Chinese control to 12 of 17 minerals. Under the new rules, companies will need an export license from China before using these materials. Experts warn the move could affect the security and industries of the US and its allies, as China controls 70% of global rare mineral supply and 90% of processing capacity. China says US has spoiled the atmosphere for dialogue The Chinese government said that America has spoiled the atmosphere for dialogue by planning to impose tariffs on Chinese ships. This is like the situation in May when Trump imposed restrictions on Chinese company Huawei, blocked chips software and threatened visas for Chinese students. However, China also said that a complete ban has not been imposed, but now a license is required for rare minerals. Experts say that China is adopting rules similar to America. Expert says, US attacked first, now acting innocent Chinese academics have criticised US President Donald Trump’s approach toward China amid tensions over rare minerals and technology restrictions. Renmin University Professor Jin Canrong said the US attacked China first and is now trying to portray itself as innocent Meanwhile, Fudan University Professor Wu Xinbo described America’s actions as revealing “wrong intentions” and said Trump’s team fails to grasp the consequences of its decisions. He noted that China’s response follows US restrictions on chips and technology, adding that any future meeting between Xi Jinping and Trump will require concrete steps from the US, as China will not tolerate pressure. Renmin University Professor Wang Yiwei remarked that China understands Trump’s strategy and warned that the US should cooperate, saying, This time America is more troubled. Our message is clear: America should work with China