China and US Discuss Economic Relations in Video Call

On Thursday, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, who is also the lead person for China-US economic and trade affairs, conducted a video call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. The discussion focused on implementing the consensus reached between the two heads of state during their meeting in Beijing.

Both sides engaged in candid and constructive exchanges regarding the maintenance of stable economic and trade relations, the expansion of practical cooperation, and the proper handling of mutual concerns moving forward. The Chinese delegation expressed serious concerns about recent economic and trade restrictions imposed by the United States on China.

Both parties agreed to utilize the China-US economic and trade consultation mechanism to enhance communication, build mutual trust, dispel doubts, and promote the stable and positive development of their economic and trade relations, contributing to a constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability.