Beijing Slams JD Vance Over "Chinese Peasants" Remark, Calls Him "Ignorant" | Firstpost America

Beijing Slams JD Vance Over "Chinese Peasants" Remark, Calls Him "Ignorant" | Firstpost America

US Vice President JD Vance's recent comments referring to Chinese nationals as "peasants" have ignited a firestorm of criticism in China, further straining already tense US-China relations. The remark, made during a discussion of President Trump's economic vision, was denounced by the Chinese Foreign Ministry as "ignorant and impolite." Chinese social media erupted with outrage, with users demanding an apology and some calling for Vance to be banned from entering China. Chinese social media users also highlighted the irony of Vance's comments, given his working-class background detailed in his memoir "Hillbilly Elegy." The incident has amplified concerns about a looming trade war, with experts questioning whether Vance's words will irrevocably damage diplomatic and economic ties between Washington and Beijing. Watch this video to know more.

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