Published on, Aug. 24 -- August 24, 2025 4:36 PM

China has accused the United States of using protectionist policies that are undermining agricultural cooperation, stressing that farmers on both sides should not be forced to pay the price of political conflicts. Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng said protectionism is spreading rapidly and casting a shadow over agricultural ties, warning that disputes between the two largest economies are hurting trade opportunities.

In March, Beijing imposed tariffs of up to 15 percent on $21 billion worth of American agricultural and food products in response to sweeping US levies. Although both sides extended a 90-day truce this month, tensions remain high, and many agricultural exporters are already facing...