Key Facts
• June 7: China announced Vice Premier He Lifeng’s UK visit from June 8–13.
• June 9: U.S.-China trade talks scheduled in London, attended by U.S. Treasury Secretary.
• June 5: Xi Jinping and Donald Trump agreed to hold trade discussions via phone.
• Key topics: High tariffs and China’s rare earth export restrictions.
• June 7: China’s Ministry of Commerce confirmed export permits for some rare earths.
• China aims to strengthen export management and accelerate related international consultations.
Summary
China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng will visit the UK from June 8 to 13, during which U.S.-China trade talks will take place in London on June 9. The discussions, involving U.S. Treasury Secretary, follow a June 5 agreement between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump to address trade issues. Key topics include high tariffs and China’s rare earth export restrictions. On June 7, China’s Ministry of Commerce revealed that export permits for some rare earths had been issued, emphasizing plans to enhance export management and expedite international consultations.
