In a move toward stabilizing one of the world's most influential economic relationships, the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China has expressed a strong willingness to deepen cooperation with the United States.
Speaking on Thursday, May 14, 2026, Ministry spokesperson He Yongqian commented on the China-US economic and trade consultations that took place on Wednesday in the Republic of Korea. He emphasized that China is ready to work with the U.S. to "continuously expand the list of cooperation and shorten the list of problems" in a spirit of equality, respect, and mutual benefit.
The consultations were characterized by candid, in-depth, and constructive exchanges. According to the spokesperson, the discussions focused on addressing economic and trade issues of mutual concern while exploring ways to further expand pragmatic cooperation between the two sides.
These diplomatic efforts are guided by important common understandings reached between the two heads of state, rooted in the principles of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation. The overarching goal is to promote the healthy, stable, and sustainable development of bilateral economic and trade ties.
For global investors, business professionals, and policymakers, these developments signal a commitment to reducing friction and enhancing predictability in trade relations, which remains a critical factor for economic stability across the Asian region and the broader global market.
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China willing to work with US to extend the list of cooperation
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