China says delegation to visit US for trade talks this week

Summary

China will send a delegation led by Li Chenggang to Washington for trade talks this week as both countries try to maintain a truce after months of tariff disputes.

Key Points
  • China’s top trade official Li Chenggang will visit Washington for trade talks this week.
  • The US and China have cooled tensions after imposing escalating tariffs earlier.
  • Both sides agreed to temporarily lower tariffs to 30% (US) and 10% (China).
  • Washington and Beijing extended a tariff pause until November 10, delaying higher tariffs.
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