Trump’s blunt Canada taunt triggers Beijing backlash, Xi's spox warns after '100% tariff' threat

China has pushed back against U.S. pressure on Canada and Central America, calling for cooperation over confrontation and rejecting what it termed Washington’s “Cold War mentality.” Beijing said its ties with Ottawa and regional partners are based on win-win cooperation, not zero-sum rivalry, after President Donald Trump warned Canada against pursuing trade deals with China and threatened steep tariffs. The Chinese foreign ministry also dismissed U.S. criticism of China’s growing role in Central America, insisting its engagement delivers tangible benefits and is not directed against any third party.