<h1>Trade War Intensifies: US Tariffs Spark Global Retaliation with China Launching WTO Challenge and Strategic Countermeasures</h1> Global trade tensions escalated as the US imposed significant tariffs on various countries, prompting retaliatory measures. China responded with equivalent tariffs, export controls on rare earth materials, and a WTO lawsuit. Other nations like India, Vietnam, and Taiwan are strategizing to mitigate economic impacts, seeking negotiations and exploring alternative trade partnerships. International leaders emphasized the need for dialogue while preparing support for affected industries.