China vows retaliation for US tariff threats over its Russian oil trade

Beijing on Monday slammed US calls for its allies to impose tariffs on China over its oil trade with Russia, warning of swift retaliation if its interests are undermined.
“China will take resolute countermeasures to protect its sovereignty, security, and development interests if its legitimate rights and interests are harmed,” Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian said during a regular press conference on Monday.
He added that Beijing strongly rejected the imposition of illegal unilateral… South China Morning Post