U.S. Warns Europe: Impose Tariffs on China First or No Action from America

BRUSSELS, Belgium – The U.S. Treasury Secretary has called on European countries to take the lead in imposing tariffs on China and India to stop Russian oil revenue. The official stated that the United States will not hit China with tariffs over Russian oil imports unless Europe acts first.

This statement was made during a press briefing held in Brussels on September 15, 2025. The Treasury Secretary emphasized the importance of a united response from Western countries to cut off financial support to Russia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Russia has faced international sanctions for its military actions and has been seeking new customers for its oil exports. China and India have increased their oil imports from Russia, which has raised concerns in Western capitals.

The U.S. strategy aims to pressure nations importing Russian oil by trimming their profits through tariffs. However, the Treasury Secretary highlighted that America expects European countries to initiate tariff measures before the U.S. takes direct action.

“We urge our European partners to step forward and impose these tariffs,” the Secretary said. “Only with a coordinated international effort can we effectively reduce the flow of money benefiting Russia from its oil sales.”

The Treasury Secretary’s remarks come amid growing calls within the European Union for stronger measures against nations doing business with Russia’s energy sector. Some EU member states have already begun discussions about tariffs targeting products linked to Russian oil.

European leaders are currently evaluating the potential economic impact of such tariffs on their own markets. Concerns include:

• Possible increases in energy prices
• Tensions with China and India

The coordinated implementation of tariffs could significantly affect global energy markets. Experts believe that if Europe and the U.S. act together, it could severely limit Russia’s ability to fund its military operations.

This development marks a crucial moment in the geopolitical struggle surrounding energy resources and international trade policies. The world watches as Europe considers taking the lead in these economic sanctions.

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