Beijing is downplaying its 10-year economic program “Made in China 2025” in the Chinese media now that the industrial policy has become the target of tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump, as revealed in a document circulating on Chinese social media.
Taiwan’s Central News Agency reported that the document, which was purportedly issued by the Chinese central authorities, was circulating on social media platform Sina Weibo on June 25. The document, labeled as “a publicity notice,” addresses eight points about how Chinese media should cover the recent China–U.S. trade disputes. It instructed Chinese media bluntly: “‘Made in China 2025’ should not be used; otherwise, punishment will be dealt.”
