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news Scmp World 2026-04-16

US official pushes funding for escalating trade war with China

US trade representatives are seeking additional funding to support President Trump's ongoing trade disputes with China. They are insisting the US will not be dictated by Beijing's retaliatory measures ahead of a major leaders' summit.

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