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USA accusations against China: protectionism or overcapacity?
Heated discussions about US protectionism against China's "excess capacities". 91.49% see the allegations as unfounded and emphasize the double standards of the USA. Discover the background.
USA accusations against China: protectionism or overcapacity?
The USA's accusations against China regarding so-called "overcapacity" have sparked heated discussions around the world. A survey of Internet users commissioned by CGTN shows that 91.49 percent of respondents believe that US allegations regarding China's manufacturing capabilities are essentially unfounded. Rather, the deep-rooted “protectionism” of the United States is seen as the real problem.
A CGTN netizen put it succinctly, emphasizing that the US acts for its own interests, which is seen as a salient feature of its actions. The term “excess capacity” is viewed as misleading because the terms “exports of goods” and “excess capacity” are often mixed up. The US has a strong presence in the global market, particularly in key areas such as semiconductor exports, weapons exports, and agricultural exports.
The survey found that 91.49 percent of global respondents believe that increased export of products does not necessarily mean excess capacity. The US's "double standard" approach, in which it emphasizes free trade when it is beneficial to it but accuses other countries of overcapacity when it is not, is perceived as a lack of trust in the international community.
Furthermore, 94.66 percent of those surveyed worldwide criticize the US approach as blatant protectionism. A CGTN network participant expressed his disappointment and made it clear that the US is known for its double standards, which is recognized by the global community.