Bessent calls on China to fulfill its commitments

In his meeting with Chinese Deputy Prime Minister Hı Lifing, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that China must fulfill its commitments within the scope of the Busan agreement completely and without delay.

In the statement made by the US Treasury Department, it was reported that Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer had a meeting with Chinese Deputy Prime Minister Hi Lifing.

It was stated that economic relations between the USA and China and developments regarding the implementation of the Busan Consensus were discussed during the meeting.

In the statement, it was stated that Bessent and Greer drew attention to the importance of maintaining direct and open communication between the two countries.

Bessent made evaluations about the meeting in his post on his social media account.

Drawing attention to China's obligations under the Busan Agreement, Bessent said, "I emphasized the importance of China fulfilling its commitments completely and immediately."

Bessent stated that he expressed his concerns about the steps taken by China recently and emphasized that the progress between the two countries depends on concrete results.

Stating that the US President Donald Trump administration will continue its policies to strengthen economic and national security, Bessent stated that they will continue to protect the interests of American workers, farmers and businesses.

Agricultural products and critical minerals are on the agenda

In the statement made by the US Trade Representative's Office, it was reported that the meeting between Bessent and Greer with Chinese Deputy Prime Minister Hı was held via video conference.

It was stated in the statement that US-China trade and economic relations were evaluated during the meeting, and Greer emphasized that China should fulfill its previous commitments.

It was stated that Greer pointed out that it is critical for China to take concrete steps, especially regarding the purchase of agricultural products, rare earth elements and other critical minerals.

The statement stated that the Trump administration will continue to closely monitor China's compliance with its past commitments.

It was stated in the statement that the USA will continue to maintain a balanced trade relationship with China, and that this approach is aimed to provide permanent economic benefits for American farmers, livestock breeders, producers and workers.