US, Chinese Delegations Convene in Switzerland for Trade Talks

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6:20 pm

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and trade officials are heading to Switzerland for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese counterparts, aiming to jump-start new trade discussions—while global markets took notice. One might say diplomatic icebreakers are in order!

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