Beijing, Aug. 8 -- China voiced its opposition to the US announcement of tariffs against India. The Spokesperson of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Guo Jiakun, in his press briefing while responding to media queries called the act an 'abuse of tariffs'.

When asked on comments on Trump's executive order to place an additional 25 percent tariff on India for its purchases of Russian oil, he said, "China's opposition to the abuse of tariffs is consistent and clear."

"China opposes the US politicizing tech and trade issues and using them as weapons to maliciously blockade and go after China. The US should earnestly protect the legitimate and lawful rights and interests of Chinese nationals," he added.

Trump's order drew criticism from ...