China and USA edge closer to full-blown war as tit for tat sanctions prove 'growing risks'

The United States had imposed sanctions on Chinese officials in Hong Kong due to their role in the recent security crackdown in the territory. In retaliation, counter-sanctions were announced by China, with seven US individuals and entities targeted. One of those to be placed under sanctions is former US Commerce Secretary, Wilbur Ross, who served under Donald Trump. During his time in office, Mr Ross expanded the number of Chinese firms that could not trade with American firms without a prior license, including Chinese telecom giants like Huawei and ZTE. Others sanctioned by China include Sophie Richardson, Human Rights Watch's…