Trade talks between US and China extend into second day as both sides claim progress
Ongoing dialogue on tariff and trade regulations between United States and People's Republic of China.
Things are heating up between the States and the Middle Kingdom as high-level delegations from both nations convene for a second day of talks in Geneva. US Treasury Secretary Bessent kept mum following eight hours of negotiations yesterday. Negotiations are set to continue today.
The ongoing talks between Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and US Trade Representative Jamie Greer have brought the world closer to a much-needed resolution to the US-China trade war. With the first meeting since the conflict kicked off by Trump, the discussions are generating immense global interest as the outcome is deemed critical for the future of global trade.
Global economy braces for a potential turnaround
Trump's announced tariffs have sent shockwaves through financial markets worldwide. But there's hope on the horizon, as the Geneva talks could mark the beginning of the end of the tumultuous trade tensions that have plagued both economies.
Trump softens stance
While the US has inked its first-ever bilateral trade agreement with the UK, the one with China remains the big kahuna due to the staggering trade volume and global economic implications. With tariffs on each other exceeding 100%, the US has taken a step toward compromise by exempting certain electronic components from import tariffs that American companies rely on.
Flexibility from both parties
Before the Geneva talks, Chinese economist Xu Bin remarked that the meeting was significant merely because "both sides are talking - and that's already very important." China is the only nation on the planet that has imposed counter-tariffs against the US tariffs. Following Friday's meeting, Trump hinted at potential tariff drops, stating that tariffs of 80% on Chinese goods were "appropriate." However, Trump spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt emphasized that Beijing must also make concessions, as Washington will not unilaterally reduce tariffs.
A fresh start for US-China relations
With a friendly yet constructive vibe permeating the discussions, US officials including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer have reported substantial progress. The two sides have agreed to establish a mechanism for ongoing dialogue on economic and trade relations, ushering in a new chapter for US-China trade dynamics.
Sources: ntv.de, mau/rts/AFP
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- The ongoing trade talks between the US and China in Geneva, focusing on economic and monetary union, are generating global interest due to their potential impact on the future of global trade and finance.
- As part of the agreed mechanism for ongoing dialogue on economic and trade relations between the US and China, discussions regarding economic and monetary union will continue to be a key focus, influencing the business and political landscape of EC countries and the world at large.
