At a regular briefing on Monday, Beijing stressed that dialogue, not pressure, is the key to resolving disagreements with the U.S. over trade issues.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning underscored that China’s regulators have repeatedly clarified the country’s rare earth export control policy. She pointed to recent China-U.S. economic and trade consultations in Kuala Lumpur as proof that cooperation yields results.
The call follows a warning from U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who suggested Washington might hike tariffs if Beijing maintains restrictions on rare earth exports.
Dialogue vs. Pressure
Mao Ning emphasized that threats and unilateral pressure fail to solve problems. She urged both sides to uphold the consensus reached by their leaders at the Busan meeting and work together to stabilize trade ties and support the global economy.
Looking Ahead
As the two largest economies navigate trade tensions, the push for talks could set a new tone for future cooperation. Young global citizens, entrepreneurs, and changemakers alike are watching closely to see how diplomacy shapes markets and cross-border relations.
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