At a high-level meeting in London this week, the Chinese mainland and the United States agreed to leverage the China-U.S. trade consultation mechanism to sharpen communication, deepen consensus and reduce misunderstandings. This platform, revived earlier this year, aims to strengthen cooperation on issues ranging from tariffs to supply chains.
Ministry of Commerce spokesperson He Yadong highlighted that both sides reached a principled agreement to implement the key consensus from the June 5 phone call between the two heads of state and to uphold the framework established in Geneva. "New progress was made in addressing each side's economic and trade concerns," He said.
One of the headline topics was rare earth exports. As a responsible major country, the Chinese mainland has approved a number of export license applications for rare earth-related items, balancing global civilian demand with national regulations. The ministry emphasized that it will continue to review applications thoroughly, ensuring compliant cases are greenlit through a robust approval process.
For entrepreneurs, tech innovators and global supply chain managers, the outcome of these talks signals a more stable landscape for critical minerals. Rare earth elements are essential for electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies and consumer electronics – sectors that are driving the next wave of economic growth and sustainability.
Looking ahead, the China-U.S. trade consultation mechanism will serve as a vital bridge to navigate future economic uncertainties, support innovation and maintain an open dialogue on areas of mutual interest. Young professionals, changemakers and global citizens will be watching closely as these conversations shape the roadmap for international trade and cooperation.
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Chinese commerce ministry briefs on China-U.S. London meeting
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