U.S. Opens Trade Talks With China
5 years, 11 months ago

U.S. Opens Trade Talks With China

NPR  

Opens Trade Talks With China Enlarge this image toggle caption Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images The Trump administration opened high-stakes trade talks with China on Wednesday. Talks began on the White House campus Wednesday morning with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer sitting across the table from Chinese Vice Premier Liu He. But American negotiators are looking for more structural changes in the trade relationship, including an end to China's intellectual property theft and the forced transfer of U.S. technology. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross tried to temper expectations for any quick breakthrough in the talks, telling CNBC last week that the two sides are "miles and miles from getting a resolution."

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1 day, 23 hours ago

China saw record trade with Russia in 2024: customs data

The Hindu  

Trade between China and Russia reached a record high last year, official data showed Monday, reflecting strong economic ties between the countries despite Western sanctions on Moscow. Last year's uptick brought trade between the large neighbouring countries to a historic high, though it represented much slower growth than the 26.3% year-on-year surge recorded the year before last. Chinese President Xi …

Trump's tariff policy sword with double edge
6 days, 16 hours ago

Trump's tariff policy sword with double edge

China Daily  

Shen Tiancheng | China Daily With Donald Trump set to be sworn in as the US president for a second time and given the partisan nature of US politics, many observers have been asking what the new Trump administration's China trade policy will be like. Given that the Republican Party also won the majority seats in both the Senate and …

US companies vouched for China during Trump’s first term. Not anymore.
1 week, 6 days ago

US companies vouched for China during Trump’s first term. Not anymore.

Live Mint  

SINGAPORE—During Donald Trump’s first term, U.S. companies argued that a trade war with China was bad for Americans. companies are more wary about doing business in China," said Anja Manuel, the executive director of the Aspen Security Forum and a consultant for American companies doing business abroad. The American Chamber of Commerce in China, which represents more than 800 mainly …

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth
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4 weeks ago

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth

China Daily  

Vessels dock at the port of Lianyungang, a pilot FTZ area in Jiangsu province. WANG CHUN/FOR CHINA DAILY US president-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly pledged to impose high tariffs on imports from China, including revoking China’s permanent normal trade relations status, resulting in 32 percent tariff, an additional 10 percent tariff, on the basis of the average 19 percent tariff …

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth
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4 weeks ago

US tariffs on China unable to stop China trade growth

China Daily  

Vessels dock at the port of Lianyungang, a pilot FTZ area in Jiangsu province. WANG CHUN/FOR CHINA DAILY US president-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly pledged to impose high tariffs on imports from China, including revoking China’s permanent normal trade relations status, resulting in 32 percent tariff, an additional 10 percent tariff, on the basis of the average 19 percent tariff …

US-China relations: Beijing calls for reset in bilateral tieunder President Donald Trump
4 weeks, 1 day ago

US-China relations: Beijing calls for reset in bilateral tieunder President Donald Trump

Live Mint  

China’s top diplomat expressed hope on Tuesday that the incoming Trump administration would foster cooperative ties with Beijing, hours after former President Donald Trump remarked that the COVID-19 pandemic had strained his once-cordial relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as per Reuters. “We hope the new U.S. administration will make the right choice and work with China in a mutually-beneficial …

China Open to 'Dialogue' with US After Trump Tariff Threats
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China Open to 'Dialogue' with US After Trump Tariff Threats

Deccan Chronicle  

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Wang Wenbin, said that China was open to "constructive dialogue" with the U.S., emphasizing the importance of cooperation to ensure global economic stability. Trump’s comments have reignited fears of a new trade war between the two nations, following the trade disputes and tariffs that defined much of his administration's policies. The Chinese government has also expressed …

China warns ‘no one will win’ if Donald Trump starts trade war
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China warns ‘no one will win’ if Donald Trump starts trade war

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China shot back at Donald …

No one will win a trade war: China after Trump threatens new tariffs on imports
1 month, 2 weeks ago

No one will win a trade war: China after Trump threatens new tariffs on imports

India Today  

Neither the United States nor China would win a trade war, the Chinese Embassy in Washington said on Monday, after US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to slap an additional 10% tariff on all Chinese imports when he takes office on Jan. 20. "About the issue of US tariffs on China, China believes that China-US economic and trade cooperation is mutually …

Spill-over of Trump’s anti-China trade stance
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Spill-over of Trump’s anti-China trade stance

Hindustan Times  

Trump’s trade war with China had a global impact, affecting and benefiting countries. US President Donald Trump The US-China trade conflict reflects the US’ protectionism from China’s inroads in its economy and the global economy, which it believes is detrimental to its local jobs, industries, industrial innovation, and national security. Thus, the tit-for-tat trade moves resulted in raising import tariffs …

Ripple effects of US policy on Chinese trade
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ripple effects of US policy on Chinese trade

Hindustan Times  

The United States ’s firm stance on Chinese products has become a cornerstone of its economic strategy, transcending party lines and administrations. As the world’s two largest economies clash, the consequences ripple through global markets, affecting supply chains, trade relationships, and economic growth worldwide. This bipartisan approach reflects a broader recalibration of the US's economic relationship with China, aiming to …

Tariff hikes will backfire, and China can manage such 'external shocks,' a senior official says
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tariff hikes will backfire, and China can manage such 'external shocks,' a senior official says

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Higher tariffs on Chinese exports …

China is armed and ready for trade war 2.0 with Donald Trump
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China is armed and ready for trade war 2.0 with Donald Trump

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. That’s why, despite selling less to the United States, China’s share of global exports is now at 14%, up from 13% before the first Trump tariffs. At a press conference on Friday, Wang …

China is armed and ready for trade war 2.0 with Donald Trump
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China is armed and ready for trade war 2.0 with Donald Trump

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. That’s why, despite selling less to the United States, China’s share of global exports is now at 14%, up from 13% before the first Trump tariffs. At a press conference on Friday, Wang …

American companies are stocking up to get ahead of Trump’s China tariffs
1 month, 3 weeks ago

American companies are stocking up to get ahead of Trump’s China tariffs

Live Mint  

By 9 p.m. on election night, it had become clear to Jason Junod that Donald Trump was returning to the White House. When Trump began his trade war against China in 2018, U.S. businesses scrambled to front-load imports before tariffs were implemented, according to an International Monetary Fund analysis. Though China’s share of U.S. imports has declined to roughly 14% …

Congressional panel urges toughing the US-China trade relationship
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Congressional panel urges toughing the US-China trade relationship

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A congressional panel has recommended that the U.S. toughen its trade relationship with Beijing, pushing to roll back a nearly 25-year-old decision that helped bring about China’s rapid economic growth but that many in Washington now see as hurting U.S. interests. In its annual report to Congress released Tuesday, the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission called for …

Not just China, these US allies too could suffer the most by Donald Trump's tariffs
2 months ago

Not just China, these US allies too could suffer the most by Donald Trump's tariffs

Hindustan Times  

President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to levy tariffs on imported goods as part of his second-term economic strategy. During his election campaign, Trump promised to employ tariffs to promote American companies, imposing up to 60 percent levies on Chinese goods and up to 20 percent on imports from other nations. Europe would be severely affected if… Speaking to Newsweek Dr. …

China anxious as Trump victory may intensify trade wars
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2 months, 1 week ago

China anxious as Trump victory may intensify trade wars

Firstpost  

China’s ambassador to the US, Xie Feng said that the differences between the two nations should be the driving force for exchanges and mutual learning rather than ‘an excuse for rejection and confrontation’, and that the successes of each were opportunities for the other There are no winners in tariff or trade wars, nor in wars over science and technology …

U.S. and China must 'get along', Xi tells Trump
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2 months, 1 week ago

U.S. and China must 'get along', Xi tells Trump

Raw Story  

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Thursday Beijing and Washington must find a way to "get along" in a message to US president-elect Donald Trump, state media reported. In his first message to Trump since the former president secured a second term, Xi said "history has shown that China and the United States benefit from cooperation and suffer from confrontation", state …

China is bracing for fresh tensions with Trump over trade, tech and Taiwan
2 months, 1 week ago

China is bracing for fresh tensions with Trump over trade, tech and Taiwan

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The first time China faced Donald Trump in the White House, there was a trade war, a breach of protocol involving Taiwan’s former leader, and a president-to-president bromance that turned sour. A new tariff war looms Perhaps the biggest consequence for China — if Trump stays true to his campaign promises — is his threat to slap …

Market to drive China-US economic, trade ties forward
2 months, 1 week ago

Market to drive China-US economic, trade ties forward

China Daily  

Regardless of the stance taken by the new US administration, market forces will ensure that China-US economic and trade cooperation continues to forge ahead, said Zhou Mi, senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation, which is affiliated with the Ministry of Commerce. And that definitely means more cooperation because they do see the possibilities of …

Beijing reacts cautiously to Donald Trump’s presidential win, emphasises 'mutual respect' in US-China ties
2 months, 1 week ago

Beijing reacts cautiously to Donald Trump’s presidential win, emphasises 'mutual respect' in US-China ties

India TV News  

Amid Donald Trump's historic victory in the recently concluded US polls, China on Wednesday exercised utmost caution in its statement regarding his win. Speaking to the media, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning asserted that Beijing will continue to manage its relationship with the US in accordance with the principles of mutual respect. Notably, while carefully addressing Trump’s victory, the …

Chinese officials warn of risks from higher US tariffs, urge US business leaders to help mend ties
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Chinese officials warn of risks from higher US tariffs, urge US business leaders to help mend ties

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Chinese officials warned a delegation of top U.S. executives visiting Beijing this week that higher tariffs on imports from China will harm their businesses inside the country. The delegation of influential business people belonging to the U.S. China Business Council, including the CEOs of FedEx and Micron, followed a top-level meeting last week where ruling Communist Party leaders …

Chip stocks shed $480bn on China trade fears, Trump’s Taiwan comments
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Chip stocks shed $480bn on China trade fears, Trump’s Taiwan comments

Al Jazeera  

US told allies it is considering using the most severe trade curbs available if companies continue giving Beijing access to advanced semiconductor technology. Wall Street’s semiconductor index lost over $480bn in stock market value on Wednesday and headed for its worst session since 2022 after a report said Washington was mulling tighter curbs on exports of advanced semiconductor technology to …

Trump slams ‘manchurian’ Biden’s military policies as ‘insane’, claims China ‘killing US as a country'
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump slams ‘manchurian’ Biden’s military policies as ‘insane’, claims China ‘killing US as a country'

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump accused China of “killing” the US and alleged that Joe Biden was bringing the America closer to a world war during the first debate ahead of November’s presidential election. “China is going to own us if you keep allowing them to do what they’re doing to us as a country,” Trump told Biden during a televised debate on …

The Seismic Shift in the US Trade Agenda
6 months, 3 weeks ago

The Seismic Shift in the US Trade Agenda

The Diplomat  

The U.S. economic war against China has become entrenched still further as the Biden administration adds more tariffs to critical goods crossing its borders. While the White House has focused on highlighting China’s unfair trade practices of state subsidies and exporting overcapacity, the tariffs are ultimately designed to protect the nascent critical industries within the United States. While the White …

US trade sanctions on China can affect multilateralism
7 months, 1 week ago

US trade sanctions on China can affect multilateralism

Hindustan Times  

The United States -China trade war has escalated from the US banning Chinese apps to targeting domestic companies having close ties with the Chinese government. Recent anti-China legislation under the Biden administration indicates increasing economic hostility to counter Chinese trade practices on the grounds of a threat to US national security. US President Joe Biden The anti-China trade policy aims …

Biden continues Trump’s trade war; US imposes major tariffs on China imports
8 months ago

Biden continues Trump’s trade war; US imposes major tariffs on China imports

Hindustan Times  

Washington: With the stated objective of protecting American workers and businesses from “unfair Chinese trade practices”, the US increased tariffs on the import of steel and aluminium, semiconductors, electric vehicles, battery, battery components and critical minerals, solar cells, ship to shore cranes and medical products from China on Tuesday. A factsheet released by the White House on Tuesday said that …

China warns new US tariffs to ‘severely’ impact relations: Report
8 months ago

China warns new US tariffs to ‘severely’ impact relations: Report

Live Mint  

Beijing, on Tuesday, warned that the imposition of new US tariffs on $18 billion worth of imports from the country could have a "severe impact" on the relationship between US and China, as per a report by news agency AFP. On Tuesday, the White House announced a tariff hike on $18 billion worth of imports from China, targeting key sectors …

After harming TikTok, Biden's latest checkmate will impact China in billions as US sharply hikes tariffs – India TV
8 months ago

After harming TikTok, Biden's latest checkmate will impact China in billions as US sharply hikes tariffs – India TV

India TV News  

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday unveiled a bundle of steep tariff increases on an array of Chinese imports including electric vehicles, computer chips and medical products, risking an election-year standoff with Beijing in a bid to woo voters who give his economic policies low marks. Biden will keep tariffs put in place by his Republican predecessor Donald Trump while …

Biden attacks Trump with new China tariff announcement
8 months ago

Biden attacks Trump with new China tariff announcement

Politico  

Still, Biden’s trade action leaves in place the tariffs that Trump imposed on more than $300 billion worth of Chinese during 2018 and 2019, despite pleas from many business groups for tariff relief. And he bragged about using export controls and other measures so “the most advanced American technologies we develop or invent … can’t be used by the Chinese …

Biden slaps new tariffs on Chinese imports, ratcheting trade war
8 months ago

Biden slaps new tariffs on Chinese imports, ratcheting trade war

Al Jazeera  

The US president said China’s financial support for its businesses was ‘cheating’ and not competition. President Joe Biden has slapped major new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, advanced batteries, solar cells, steel, aluminium and medical equipment, taking potshots at Donald Trump along the way as he embraced a strategy that’s increasing friction between the world’s two largest economies. The new …

US should jump-start talks with China on tariffs to manage tensions
8 months, 2 weeks ago

US should jump-start talks with China on tariffs to manage tensions

China Daily  

Fully loaded container ships are seen at the port of Los Angeles, California, the United States, Oct 29, 2021. An early, promising completion of the US Trade Representative review of the China tariffs could provide a relief to consumers and importers; it would also end uncertainty in the China-US relations, making a positive impact on the international economy. Higher tariffs …

Tensions between Beijing and Washington are the biggest worry for US companies in China, report says
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Tensions between Beijing and Washington are the biggest worry for US companies in China, report says

Associated Press  

Simmering tensions between Beijing and Washington remain the top worry for American companies operating in China, according to a report by the American Chamber of Commerce in China released Tuesday. American businesses are frustrated by slow progress on promises by China to level the playing field between foreign and Chinese companies, the report said. Among its many recommendations the report …

New US-China talks will address a top American complaint about Beijing’s economic model, Yellen says
9 months, 1 week ago

New US-China talks will address a top American complaint about Beijing’s economic model, Yellen says

Associated Press  

GUANGZHOU, China — U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Saturday that upcoming U.S.-China talks will tackle a top Biden administration complaint that Beijing’s economic model and trade practices put American companies and workers at an unfair competitive disadvantage. Yellen, who arrived later in Beijing after starting her five-day visit in one of China’s major industrial and export hubs, said the …

US politicians' China rhetoric called empty
10 months, 3 weeks ago

US politicians' China rhetoric called empty

China Daily  

By YIFAN XU in Washington | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-02-20 12:14 The US Supreme Court in Washington, DC, on January 31, 2024. The US Central Intelligence Agency Director William Burns described China as "the bigger long-term threat" in his article published Jan 30 in Foreign Affairs, the official publication of the Council on Foreign Relations. "This has sent clear signals …

China and US hold economic talks as trade issues heat up on the campaign trail
11 months, 1 week ago

China and US hold economic talks as trade issues heat up on the campaign trail

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Chinese and U.S. officials have met in Beijing for talks on tough issues dividing the two largest economies, as trade and tariffs increasingly draw attention in the runup to the U.S. presidential election. China’s Ministry of Finance said Beijing raised objections to higher tariffs on Chinese exports, two-way investment restrictions and other limits on trade and technology during …

Change-or-ruin mindset main obstacle to economic talks making any real progress: China Daily editorial
11 months, 1 week ago

Change-or-ruin mindset main obstacle to economic talks making any real progress: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Although the exchanges between the two sides at the Third China-US Economic Working Group Meeting that concluded on Tuesday in Beijing were described as "in-depth, candid, pragmatic and constructive", it is almost impossible that any breakthroughs will be forthcoming on any major issues it covered. The other important realization the US side has come to regarding China, which determines the …

How Washington is bracing for Trump’s next trade war
11 months, 1 week ago

How Washington is bracing for Trump’s next trade war

Politico  

The Republican presidential frontrunner is reportedly considering up to a 60 percent tariff on all imports from China and a 10 percent “universal” tariff on all other trading partners if he wins reelection in November. In a sign that even some of his own advisers don’t know what’s in Trump’s head, one former Trump trade official said the reported tariff …

Trends in US-China engagement
1 year, 2 months ago

Trends in US-China engagement

Hindustan Times  

The United States and China are facing a conundrum where the ongoing rivalry pushes them to be confrontational with each other, whereas the complex and intertwined trade relations compel them to find ways to mend the ties. China’s coercive actions across the Taiwan Straits have been proving a real test of not only the US’s commitment to aid the island …

US Senate leader raises trade and fentanyl at start of 1st congressional visit to China since 2019
1 year, 3 months ago

US Senate leader raises trade and fentanyl at start of 1st congressional visit to China since 2019

Associated Press  

SHANGHAI — A senior American lawmaker, leading the first congressional trip to China in four years, said Saturday that the U.S. does not want to cut economic ties with the world’s second-largest economy but seeks a level playing field so that American companies can compete freely. Schumer said the U.S. wants the Chinese people to have increased economic opportunity but …

China warns U.S. against 'disastrous' trade curbs
1 year, 4 months ago

China warns U.S. against 'disastrous' trade curbs

The Hindu  

China's premier warned U.S. officials Tuesday that moves to "politicise" trade issues would prove "disastrous" for the global economy, state media reported. In a readout of the meeting, the U.S. Department of Commerce said Ms. Raimondo had "underscored the U.S. commitment to taking actions necessary to U.S. national security," as well as "ensuring fair and transparent treatment of U.S. companies, …

‘Economic Coercion’: US bans tech investments in China, miffed CCP warns of impact on global supply chains
1 year, 5 months ago

‘Economic Coercion’: US bans tech investments in China, miffed CCP warns of impact on global supply chains

Firstpost  

The US has banned American companies from investing in Chinese tech businesses that have anything to do with semiconductors and microelectronics, quantum information technologies. China is very angry with this, saying it will impact global supply chains President Joe Biden has signed an executive order that will stop certain new investments from the US in China’s sensitive technology sectors, such …

The Rise and Fall of China-US Dialogues
1 year, 6 months ago

The Rise and Fall of China-US Dialogues

The Diplomat  

When U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited China last month, it made headlines around the world. In 2006, China and the United States established the “Strategic Economic Dialogue”, spearheaded by the U.S. treasury secretary and the Chinese vice premier responsible for the economy. In introductory remarks ahead of the very first SED, Paulson described the dialogue as “an opportunity …

US and China are talking at a high level again, but their rivalry remains unchecked
1 year, 6 months ago

US and China are talking at a high level again, but their rivalry remains unchecked

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The United States and China may be back to talking at a high level, but their battle for global power and influence remains unchecked and mutual suspicion still runs deep. Similarly, the United States should also respect China and not harm its legitimate rights and interests.” Danny Russel, the top U.S. diplomat for Asia during the Obama administration …

China and the US are on a slow but sure collision course
1 year, 8 months ago

China and the US are on a slow but sure collision course

Live Mint  

I recently attended the China Development Forum in Beijing, an annual gathering of senior foreign business leaders, academics, former policymakers and top Chinese officials. This year’s conference was the first to be held in person since 2019, and it offered Western observers an opportunity to meet China’s new senior leadership, including new Premier Li Qiang. Li’s joke included an implicit …

China accuses Washington of trying to block its development
1 year, 10 months ago

China accuses Washington of trying to block its development

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Xi said a US-led campaign of “containment and suppression” of China has …

US blocks export license renewals for China’s Huawei
1 year, 11 months ago

US blocks export license renewals for China’s Huawei

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s government accused Washington on Tuesday of pursuing “technology hegemony,” as the United States has begun stepping up pressure on tech giant Huawei by blocking access to American suppliers. “We do not comment on conversations with or deliberations about specific companies.” The move to halt licenses for Huawei comes after GOP Rep. Mike McCaul, chairman of the House …

US puts 3 dozen more Chinese companies on trade blacklist
2 years ago

US puts 3 dozen more Chinese companies on trade blacklist

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The U.S. Department of Commerce is adding 36 …

Analysis: China’s shadow is looming over the US this week
2 years, 5 months ago

Analysis: China’s shadow is looming over the US this week

CNN  

A version of this story appears in CNN’s What Matters newsletter. Reporting on the tense hourslong conversation between Biden and Xi, CNN’s Kevin Liptak notes Taiwan has emerged as a key dispute between the countries “as US officials fear a more imminent Chinese move on the self-governing island.” Back in May, while in Asia, Biden seemed to saythe quiet part …

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