China-US dialogues have made significant strides, as per the declaration of the U.S. Treasury secretary.
The ongoing trade negotiations between the United States and China have taken a significant turn this week, as Chinese Vice-Minister of Commerce Li Chenggang announced in Stockholm that the pause on new tariff increases, which has been in effect since May, will be extended. However, it's important to note that this announcement does not seem to be a definitive agreement between the two nations.
The negotiations, which took place in the Swedish capital, involved meetings with Chinese counterparts and have been aimed at reaching a deal that benefits both nations. As the third-largest trading partner of the U.S., after Mexico and Canada, China plays a crucial role in the global economy.
The exact consensus following the talks that ended on Tuesday was not specified. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer indicated that conversations with Beijing officials have been very positive but did not disclose the specifics of the agreements made in Stockholm.
Despite the positive tone, President Trump has also recently issued executive orders modifying reciprocal tariff rates, signaling that while negotiations with some countries are moving forward, tariff adjustments remain a tool under consideration depending on the outcomes of these discussions. This indicates that the overall trade environment remains somewhat fluid and contingent on final resolutions and commitments.
No detailed information has been disclosed about the exact content of the Stockholm talks, but the progress suggests ongoing efforts to avoid re-imposition or escalation of tariffs that could increase to above 80% if no deal is reached.
It's worth noting that neither President Trump nor Bessent, writing on X, has made a similar announcement regarding the extension of the tariff pause. The U.S. side is still taking its time to confirm any new agreement reached with China, as stated in previous reports.
In summary, the U.S.-China trade negotiations post-Stockholm are moving forward positively, but the deadline might shift as both sides work through technical and substantive issues, with tariffs still a key lever in these talks. The powerful bond between the U.S. President and Chinese President is a factor in the optimism, but the final agreement remains elusive.
[1] Reuters [2] CNBC [3] Bloomberg
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