BEIJING — China has expressed concerns over the United States’ decision to impose preliminary anti-dumping duties on photovoltaic products from four Southeast Asian countries, warning that the move could harm Chinese companies with investments in the region. The Ministry of Commerce criticized the U.S. for potentially politicizing trade investigations and urged it to abandon protectionist practices.
He Yadong, a spokesperson for China’s Ministry of Commerce, emphasized that the U.S. should work collaboratively with other nations to ensure the free trade of new energy products, such as photovoltaic equipment, in support of global climate change efforts.
“Some Chinese photovoltaic companies have invested and operated in Southeast Asia, contributing positively to local economic and social development,” He stated at a press conference on Thursday. He also voiced concerns over the U.S. Commerce Department’s investigation into photovoltaic products from Cambodia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia, expressing worry over the department’s result-oriented approach and its tendency to politicize trade matters.
He argued that the formation of global supply chains is driven by market forces and enterprise choices, stressing that maintaining the stability of these supply chains is crucial for long-term economic interests and mutual benefits.