U.S. Seeks Trade Talks With China, Focuses On Tariffs

The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has confirmed that the United States has recently proactively reached out to China through various channels to share information. This initiative by the U.S. follows a pattern of expressing a willingness to engage in discussions on economic and trade matters, with a particular focus on tariffs.

The Chinese side is currently reviewing these communications, as stated by a spokesperson from the Ministry of Commerce. The spokesperson reiterated China's stance on negotiations, emphasizing that while China is open to dialogue, any talks must be conducted in good faith. The U.S. is expected to demonstrate sincerity by addressing issues such as correcting unfair practices and removing unilateral tariffs.

The spokesperson noted that China has been monitoring the U.S.'s announcements regarding adjustments to tariff measures. However, the spokesperson cautioned that any dialogue or negotiations would be ineffective if the U.S. does not rectify its unilateral tariff measures. This would indicate a lack of sincerity and further damage the mutual trust between the two nations.

The spokesperson also made it clear that China will not accept any attempts at coercion or blackmail disguised as negotiations. This statement highlights the importance of genuine dialogue and the need for both sides to approach negotiations with a sincere desire to resolve issues. The Chinese side is evaluating the U.S. proposals and will respond based on the sincerity and actions of the U.S. in addressing the underlying issues.