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China's customs chief and trade warrior Yu Jianhua dies aged 63 after sudden illness


Published on 2024-12-11 13:41:38 - MSN
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  • China's customs chief Yu Jianhua, who helped China fight its trade war with the US during Donald Trump's first term in the White House, has died suddenly aged 63. Yu was suddenly taken ill on Tuesday and died despite receiving emergency treatment,

Yu Jianhua, the head of China's General Administration of Customs and a key figure in the U.S.-China trade war, passed away at the age of 63 after a sudden illness. His death was announced by the customs administration, which did not specify the nature of the illness. Yu was known for his tough stance during trade negotiations, particularly in the context of the trade war initiated by former U.S. President Donald Trump. He played a significant role in implementing retaliatory tariffs and was instrumental in managing China's customs policies during a period of heightened economic tension. His passing marks the end of an era for China's trade diplomacy, leaving a notable void in the country's economic strategy and international trade relations.

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