Recently, the U.S. government unilaterally announced further tariff increases on goods exported from China to the U.S. American toy brand owners, retailers, and Chinese toy manufacturers have all reported to our association that the U.S. government's unilateral tariff increases will severely harm the interests of people in both countries. In this regard, our association calls on the U.S. government to consider maintaining Sino-U.S. economic and trade cooperation, protecting consumers, and safeguarding the interests of Chinese and American enterprises, and to continue implementing the WTO agreement’s zero-tariff commitment on toys.

Toys are essential for children's happy growth, providing global children with opportunities for play, learning, healthy development, and a joyful childhood. Since joining the WTO, China has implemented a zero-tariff policy on toys with major trading countries. I will join the American Toy Association and other key members of the International Council of Toy Industries in urging the U.S. government to continue adhering to the WTO agreement's zero-tariff provisions for toys.

The US government's unilateral imposition of tariffs has triggered a series of new issues and fluctuations in international trade, with both Chinese and American companies being victims. We call on all American brand owners and retailers to work with Chinese suppliers to resolve issues of mutual concern through friendly consultations and in a spirit of equality and mutual benefit, jointly address the current difficulties, and avoid unilaterally using market advantages to disrupt the stability of the supply chain.

The toy associations of 21 countries and regions around the world jointly signed the "Initiative to Maintain Zero Tariffs on Toys."