In a significant development for international trade relations, China’s Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao met with U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai on Monday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Trade Organization’s 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, according to a statement from the Chinese Commerce Ministry.
The two officials engaged in “professional and in-depth” discussions aimed at jointly promoting practical outcomes of the conference. Their conversations covered a range of bilateral and multilateral economic and trade issues of mutual concern, reflecting the complex and interconnected nature of the global economy.
Minister Wang expressed China’s grave concerns over U.S. tariffs imposed on Chinese goods and raised issues related to Taiwan in the economic and trade fields. He emphasized the importance of addressing these concerns to foster a more stable and cooperative economic relationship between the two countries.
This meeting marks a continued dialogue between China and the United States amid ongoing trade tensions. Both nations play pivotal roles in global trade, and their collaborative efforts are crucial for international economic stability and growth. Observers anticipate that such discussions may pave the way for easing trade disputes and enhancing cooperation on global economic challenges.
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