In a recent press conference, a journalist asked the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Weimin, whether there had been any bilateral talks between China and the US on tariffs. Guo replied that these were "fake news" and that there had been no talks or negotiations on the issue. He emphasized that the tariff war was launched by the US and that China's stance had been consistent and clear, with a willingness to engage in dialogue but only on the basis of equality, respect, and mutual benefit. The US has been imposing tariffs on Chinese goods, citing unfair trade practices, while China has retaliated with its own tariffs on US goods. The trade tensions have been escalating, with both sides showing little signs of backing down. The Chinese Foreign Ministry's denial of bilateral talks on tariffs has further increased tensions, with the US accusing China of being unwilling to negotiate a trade deal. The situation remains uncertain, with both sides continuing to engage in a war of words and actions.