In a sign of ongoing economic engagement, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, China’s lead official for economic and trade affairs with the U.S., held a video call with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on February 21. The two leaders discussed the implementation of consensus reached by their respective heads of state and addressed key economic issues that define the complex China-U.S. relationship.
This latest conversation highlights the growing momentum in economic and trade dialogues between China and the United States. Both sides have consistently emphasized the importance of economic cooperation, despite continuing tensions across various fronts. Diplomatic engagements have been active at multiple levels, covering areas from trade and commerce to strategic affairs.
Parallel to these economic discussions, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi engaged in talks with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the request of Washington. These exchanges reflect a measured and cautious approach from both nations as they navigate a relationship increasingly marked by friction and strategic mistrust.
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Economic pragmatism or confrontation? Washington's China dilemma
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