China opposes Trump’s tariff threat against nations doing business with Iran

China said late Monday that it opposed “any illegal unilateral sanctions and long-term jurisdiction” after U.S. President Donald Trump posted on social media that nations doing business with Iran would face a 25% tariff on U.S. trade.

A spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington told

“China firmly opposes any illegal unilateral sanctions and long law enforcement powers, and will take all necessary measures to protect its legitimate rights and interests.”