2018 December 5
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Panama and China on Monday signed 19 cooperation agreements on trade, infrastructure, banking, tourism and other areas on Chinese President Xi Jinping’s inaugural visit to the nation after the two countries opened diplomatic ties last year. - Read more
Trump has appointed a veteran trade negotiator, Robert Lighthizer, with deep skepticism toward China to lead the talks for the United States. Lighthizer will replace Steve Mnuchin who was seen as more of a moderate. - Read more
A proposed cut by China to tariffs on US car imports created confusion in Washington, a day after it was announced by US President Donald Trump. Beijing has not yet confirmed the move. - Read more
Xi Jinping arrived in Portugal for a 2-day visit to strengthen ties, amid concern in some EU capitals over China's growing influence. The Portuguese Port of Sines will be brought into the New Silk Road as part of one agreement. - Read more