President Trump says China is not doing well economically.

As of 2025, China faces significant economic headwinds, including reduced demand from the United States due to increased tariffs and trade restrictions implemented under President Trump’s administration. These measures have contributed to slower growth prospects for China’s economy.

Multiple sources indicate that while China has taken steps to mitigate the impact of U.S. Tariffs, these efforts have not fully offset the negative effects on its trade and GDP growth. The Guardiantheguardian.comtheguardian.comFrom GDP to trade, how well equipped is China’s economy for Trump 2.0? notes that Beijing is prepared for increased tariffs but still faces falling demand from the U.S., which is a major trading partner.

The Trump administration has actively imposed tariffs and trade policies aimed at strengthening U.S. Economic security and competitiveness.whitehouse.govwhitehouse.govFact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Declares National Emergency to Increase...taxfoundation.orgtaxfoundation.orgTrump Tariffs: The Economic Impact of the Trump Trade War These policies have put pressure on China’s export-driven economy.

However, it is important to note that China remains a major global economic power with substantial resilience and ongoing reforms. The statement that China is "not doing well economically" is broadly accurate in the context of current trade tensions and economic challenges but should be understood as relative to its previous rapid growth rather than an economic collapse.

Therefore, President Trump’s claim reflects a valid assessment of current economic difficulties faced by China but may oversimplify the complexity and scale of China’s overall economic situation.