China's sluggish economy could hinder negotiations on Trump tariffs

Weak consumer spending leaves less room to ramp up U.S. imports

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China hit the U.S. with fresh tariffs on crude oil and liquefied natural gas on Monday, responding to new duties on Chinese imports imposed by the Trump administration. © Reuters

KENTARO SHIOZAKI

BEIJING -- As it exchanges blows with the U.S. on trade, China is struggling with a lack of domestic demand that may limit its ability to offer concessions on imports of American goods.

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