US-China Trade Talks: Limited Expectations for Breakthrough Ahead of Crucial Negotiations
Washington, D.C. — Officials from the Trump administration are preparing to engage with a senior Chinese trade negotiator this week, although expectations for a significant breakthrough in the ongoing trade standoff remain low. Li Chenggang, China’s International Trade Representative and Vice Minister of Commerce, is set to meet with deputy-level U.S. officials during his visit to the capital. While the meeting is drawing attention, it is not considered a formal negotiation. Instead, Li sought the meeting independently, prompting skepticism among American officials about its potential outcomes. Observers suggest that the gathering will likely focus on … Read more