By Kevin Yao BEIJING (Reuters) -Chinese policymakers on Monday sought to assuage concerns the broad U.S. tariffs could derail efforts to shore up a fragile economic recovery, even as analysts warn the hefty levies raise the risk of a sharp downturn in growth.

Chinese officials vowed to provide more support for exporters affected by Donald Trump’s tariffs, showing greater urgency to shore up the crucial sector as signs of distress emerge.