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China Tells UN It Will Not Be 'Blackmailed' or Yield to Trade Pressure

by Reuters

   UNITED NATIONS --

   The Chinese government's top diplomat Wang Yi said on Friday Beijing
   would not be "blackmailed or yield to pressure" over trade, and
   criticized unilateral moves by some states that China believes would
   bring harm to all.

   "Protectionism will only hurt oneself, and unilateral moves will bring
   damage to all," Wang said in a speech at the United Nations General
   Assembly. Regarding trade frictions, China stands for a proper
   settlement based on rules and consensus through dialogue and
   consultation on an equal footing. China will not be blackmailed or
   yield to pressure."