Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng stated that the United States should resolve trade frictions with China through fair dialogue and mutually beneficial cooperation.
He emphasized that the U.S. must act in accordance with its commitments, demonstrating sincerity through tangible efforts to uphold consensus and protect the achievements of past discussions.
These remarks were made during the first meeting of the China-U.S. economic and trade consultation mechanism, held in London with the participation of U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
Both sides engaged in candid, in-depth discussions on shared economic and trade concerns and thoroughly exchanged views.
They reached a general agreement on implementing the consensus from the June 5 call between the two presidents and agreed on a framework to sustain the progress made in Geneva talks, while also making new strides in resolving mutual concerns.
He described the meeting as a critical step guided by the strategic direction of the recent leadership dialogue and reiterated China’s consistent stance on trade issues.
He stressed that China-U.S. trade relations are rooted in mutual benefit and win-win cooperation, warning that conflict damages both sides while cooperation serves shared interests.
He affirmed that while China does not seek conflict, it will not be cowed by pressure or provocation.
Calling for respectful dialogue, He reiterated China’s willingness to engage constructively, while maintaining core principles.
He urged both sides to follow the leaders’ consensus, maximize the consultation mechanism, reduce misunderstandings, and enhance collaboration.
He also called for sustained communication to ensure steady growth in trade relations, bringing greater stability and certainty to the global economy.
The U.S. side noted the meeting’s positive results and expressed commitment to working in tandem with China to implement the agreements reached, following the direction set by the two heads of state.
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