The United Nations has called for constructive dialogue as high-level economic talks between the Chinese mainland and the United States prepare to convene in Switzerland this week. UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq expressed hope that the meetings would foster "a more normalized relationship" in trade, emphasizing Secretary-General Ant\u00f3nio Guterres\u2019s concerns about the global ripple effects of unresolved tensions.
He Lifeng, Vice Premier of China\u2019s State Council and lead representative for China-U.S. economic affairs, will engage with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during the May 9\u201312 visit. The discussions come amid heightened scrutiny over trade policies impacting supply chains and developing economies.
"There can be no winners in a trade war," Haq reiterated, underscoring the UN\u2019s stance that collaboration, not confrontation, is critical to stabilizing international markets. Analysts suggest the talks may address tariffs, technology restrictions, and investment barriers \u2013 issues central to recent macroeconomic uncertainty.
With developing nations disproportionately affected by trade wars, Guterres has urged major economies to prioritize multilateral solutions. The outcome of these meetings could signal shifts in global economic strategies ahead of key fiscal summits later this year.
