<p>On April 7th, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian hosted a regular press conference. A foreign media reporter asked, &#34;We noticed that the recent statement from China regarding tariff countermeasures against the U.S. did not mention negotiations with the U.S. So, under what conditions would both sides hold talks? Will the leaders of China and the U.S. hold discussions on this matter in the near future?&#34; Lin Jian responded, &#34;Regarding your specific question about dialogue, I suggest you further inquire with the relevant authorities in China. We have emphasized multiple times that pressure and threats are not the correct way to engage with China. China will firmly safeguard its legitimate rights.&#34; (Securities Times)</p>

<p>At the regular press conference on April 7, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian responded to questions about whether Chinese and American leaders would hold talks on tariff issues. He stated that the recent statement released by China regarding countermeasures against U.S. tariffs did not mention negotiations, and suggested inquiring with the relevant authorities for specific dialogue conditions. He reiterated that pressure and threats are not the correct way to engage with China, and that China will firmly uphold its legitimate rights</p>