US-China Talks: Commitment, Trade, and Strategic Stability

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussed President Trump's achievements with China, focusing on a commitment to abstain from supporting Iran. While the Strait of Hormuz reopening wasn't on the table, trade negotiations advanced, including China's agreement to resume US meat exports and purchase Boeing planes.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 18-05-2026 03:20 IST | Created: 18-05-2026 03:20 IST
US-China Talks: Commitment, Trade, and Strategic Stability
US Trade Representative

In what appears to be a strategic diplomatic stride, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer highlighted a key commitment secured by President Donald Trump from China: abstaining from providing material support to Iran. The announcement was made during an ABC News interview on Sunday.

Greer specified that the United States did not seek China's direct assistance in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The focus was rather on preventing any indirect interference in US-led efforts in the region. Despite ongoing tensions due to a trade war, tariffs were not part of the leader-level discussions during Trump's recent talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Moreover, the US plans to establish a 'Board of Trade' with China for negotiating trade terms. Moving forward, key agreements include China's resumption of US meat exports, a review of certain biotechnology trades, and an order of 200 Boeing planes. Greer asserts that these developments contribute to achieving strategic stability between the US and China.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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