Hey there, global citizens! 🌍 Have you heard the latest buzz about international trade? A recent survey conducted by CGTN is making waves, showing that young people worldwide are calling out the U.S. for its trade practices. 😮📊
According to the poll, a whopping 90.53% of respondents believe that the U.S. government's unilateral actions and trade protection measures seriously violate World Trade Organization (WTO) rules. That's a big deal in the world of global commerce! 🌐💼
Over the past year, China's Ministry of Commerce has noted that the U.S. has ramped up unilateral sanctions and raised tariff barriers, posing challenges to the multilateral trading system. And it seems people around the world are taking notice. 👀🌏
But wait, there's more! In April 2024, the U.S. initiated a Section 301 investigation into China's maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding industries. Not cool, say the survey participants, with 94.31% criticizing the U.S. for not respecting WTO rules. 🚢⚖️
The survey also highlights that the U.S. has, for 76 consecutive times, blocked proposals to appoint new members to the WTO's Appellate Body, effectively hindering the dispute settlement mechanism. A striking 94.12% believe this move puts U.S. interests above the fair operation of international trade laws. 🚫👩⚖️
And get this: The U.S. has been a respondent in 159 WTO disputes over the past 29 years! Talk about a track record. 📝 In the eyes of 95.45% of survey respondents, the U.S.' selective implementation of WTO rulings is a classic case of double standards. 🔄🧐
It's not just about policies; it's about the impact on global communities. A total of 2,868 entities from 91 countries had been added to the U.S. Entity List by May 2024, making the U.S. the world's largest issuer of unilateral sanctions. 😬 According to the poll, 91.55% believe these sanctions harm global industrial and supply chain security, and 95.24% criticize the U.S. for abusing the concept of national security. 🛡️🌐
The survey points out that while the U.S. promotes a market economy, it also provides large-scale subsidies that distort the global market. Sounds like a double standard, right? 💰🤷♂️ A significant 87.2% of respondents condemn these unfair subsidies, and 85.82% call on the U.S. to contribute positively to a fair international trade order. 🌟🤝
This poll reflects the voices of over 6,000 participants from 91 countries and regions, captured within just 24 hours on CGTN's English, Spanish, French, and Arabic platforms. 🌎🗣️
It's clear that young people around the world are tuned in and speaking up about international trade fairness. What do you think about these findings? Let us know! 💬✨
Reference(s):
CGTN Poll: Global respondents accuse U.S. of violating WTO rules
cgtn.com
