China’s President Xi Jinping told the world on Friday that Donald Trump is a “bully” and that America has no business being as powerful as it is. That came right after Trump’s White House slapped “reciprocal tariffs” on Chinese exports headed to the U.

Chinese leader Xi Jinping held court with dozens of the world’s top executives on Friday, as he sought to bolster foreign investment during an escalating trade war with the United States.

China’s Ministry of Commerce urged the U.S. to cancel its newly imposed tariffs, according to CNBC. A spokesperson called the tariffs "unilateral bullying" and violating international trade rules. President Trump's tariff hikes target China with a 34% rate and are set to raise U.