Trump targets China with new tariffs over drug trafficking concerns

President-elect Donald Trump has renewed his focus on tariffs, specifically targeting China over drug trafficking. He announced plans for an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports, citing China's failure to control the flow of illicit drugs into the U.S. Trump accused China of not following through on promises to impose severe penalties on drug traffickers. The Chinese embassy responded, stating that accusations against China undermine cooperation in combating drug trafficking and emphasized that the U.S. should address domestic demand for drugs. This approach marks a shift from Trump's previous focus on trade surpluses with China. His administration is now considering higher tariffs and potential sanctions against Chinese banks involved in the fentanyl trade, reflecting a broader strategy to address the opioid crisis.