China has hit out at countries it accuses of appeasing the US in trade talks over President Donald Trump's tariffs. A Chinese commerce ministry spokesperson made the comments in response to reports that Washington plans to put pressure on governments to restrict trade with Beijing in exchange for exemptions to US import taxes.

China has issued a stern warning against countries entering trade agreements with the U.S. at Beijing's expense, threatening countermeasures. This follows reports of potential U.S. tariff exemptions for nations limiting trade with China.