US-China trade talks open in Paris, paving the way for Trump-Xi summit

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by 3 MIN READMarch 15, 2026 at 12:53 PM

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U.S. and Chinese representatives, led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, began trade talks in Paris on Sunday. The meeting aims to pave the way for U.S. President Donald Trump's state visit to Beijing to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in late March/early April. Discussions are expected to cover trade and economic issues of mutual concern, though specific details remain undisclosed. Trade tensions persist, highlighted by a recent U.S. trade investigation into several countries, including China. The Iran war and potential cooperation in securing the Strait of Hormuz may also be addressed. This Paris meeting is considered a crucial precursor to the upcoming Xi-Trump summit.

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