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China Appoints Jiang Chenghua Ahead of Trump Visit

1/12/2026

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On January 12, 2026, China named Jiang Chenghua deputy representative for International Trade Negotiations, succeeding Li Yongjie.
Jiang is a seasoned negotiator with experience in export controls and US investment ties.
The change comes as China prepares for a visit from U.S. President Donald Trump in April, while Beijing presses Japan over Taiwan comments by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi using export control frameworks.

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On January 12, 2026, China named Jiang Chenghua deputy representative for International Trade Negotiations, succeeding Li Yongjie.
Jiang is a seasoned negotiator with experience in export controls and US investment ties.
The change comes as China prepares for a visit from U.S. President Donald Trump in April, while Beijing presses Japan over Taiwan comments by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi using export control frameworks.