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US and China Seek Trade Unity Amid Global Tensions

6/12/2025

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The US and China are making strides to mend their trade rifts after two days of intense talks in London. Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng stressed the importance of unity and dialogue. Concurrently, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde cautioned that aggressive trade tactics threaten global supply chains, advocating for a reduction in tariffs to safeguard international commerce.

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The US and China are making strides to mend their trade rifts after two days of intense talks in London. Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng stressed the importance of unity and dialogue. Concurrently, European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde cautioned that aggressive trade tactics threaten global supply chains, advocating for a reduction in tariffs to safeguard international commerce.