China’s ForeignMin: If US insists on escalating trade tensions, China will respond with firm resolve

Reuters is out with the latest comments by the Chinese Foreign Ministry on the US-China trade spat, with the key headlines found below.

If US insists on escalating trade tensions, China will respond with firm resolve.

Doesn't want a trade war with the US but is not afraid of one.

Door is always open to talks with the US but only on an equal basis.

The US should stop interfering in China's internal affairs.