Yellen Meets with China to Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Ties Amid Lingering Tensions
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen met with Chinese leaders to discuss improving economic and political relations between the two countries.
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Key issues discussed were trade practices, economic policy coordination, technology restrictions, and potential military uses of civilian technologies.
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The meetings aimed to build on recent progress in stabilizing relations after tensions over Taiwan, export controls, and other disputes.
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Yellen recognized major differences remain between the U.S. and China but said relations are on "more stable footing."
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Overlapping visits from Yellen and Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov highlighted China's relationships with both powers.