BEIJING — China expressed concerns over the latest US trade restriction policies in a virtual discussion between Vice Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Thursday (7/30).

Quoted from Reuters, Chinese state media Xinhua reported that both sides held open, in-depth, and constructive discussions.

China and the United States also agreed to utilize economic and trade consultation mechanisms to strengthen communication, enhance mutual trust, and expand cooperation.

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Nevertheless, Beijing still raised serious objections to various new trade restrictions and economic policies imposed by the United States on China.

Last week, the US government announced new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on products from 60 of its trading partners. This policy was imposed due to alleged weak enforcement of the ban on forced labor. China was subject to a 12.5% tariff.

On Tuesday (7/28), President Donald Trump's administration also announced a ban on new imports of robots and electrical inverters from China. This policy prompted Beijing to warn of retaliatory measures.

Trade relations between China and the United States have been relatively stable after the two countries reached a trade war truce late last year. The agreement halted the previous tit-for-tat tariffs.

This year, the two countries also agreed to form a Board of Trade to identify opportunities for tariff reductions on goods worth approximately US$30 billion. Last week, China stated that it was seeking public input regarding the planned tariff reductions. (ARF)

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