China, US to Continue Economic Talks, Aim for Stable Trade Relations

Published: Feb 28, 2026 13:37
The Ministry of Commerce held a regular press conference. Regarding the upcoming sixth round of China-U.S. economic and trade consultations, Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yongqian stated that China and the United States have maintained communication at various levels through the China-U.S. economic and trade consultation mechanism. China expects to work with the United States to jointly and earnestly implement and uphold the consensus reached during the meeting between the two heads of state in Busan and their recent phone call, adhere to the principle of equal consultation, properly handle differences, further expand practical cooperation areas.

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