USTR Katherine Tai Holds First Meeting With China’s Trade Team

The top trade officials in the U.S. and China meeting for the first time. The exchange happening virtually. Ambassador Katherine Tai held an introductory virtual meeting with China’s Vice Premier, Liu He.

The top trade officials in the U.S. and China meeting for the first time. The exchange happening virtually.

Ambassador Katherine Tai held an introductory virtual meeting with China’s Vice Premier, Liu He.
The two discussing the importance of the trade relationship.

During what’s being called a candid but constructive exchange, Ambassador Tai discussed the guiding principles of the Biden Administration’s trade policy and her ongoing review of the relationship.

Outstanding are the trade tariffs and company sanctions imposed under the last administration.Tai said she expected further discussion with Liu.

A statement from China’s Commerce Ministry described the call Wednesday as “candid, pragmatic and constructive.” It also said both sides had agreed to keep communicating.

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