US and China Tout Progress in Trade Talks, Offer Few Details
Scott Bessent, left, and Jamieson Greer after talks between US and Chinese officials in Geneva on May 11.
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The US and China both reported “substantial progress” after two days of talks in Switzerland aimed at de-escalating a trade war, marking what Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng called “an important first step” toward resolving differences.