Senator Daines Meets Chinese Vice Premier in Key U.S.-China Talks

Discussions focus on trade tariffs, fentanyl smuggling, and fostering dialogue as tensions between the two nations escalate.

Senator Steve Daines, a Trump ally, met Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Beijing to address trade disputes and fentanyl-related issues.
Daines is set to meet Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Sunday to further discuss China's policies and bilateral relations.
The U.S. recently imposed 20% tariffs on Chinese goods, with China retaliating by levying 15% tariffs on U.S. agricultural products.
The U.S. accuses China of insufficient action against fentanyl precursor exports, while China highlights its ongoing efforts to combat the issue.
Daines, leveraging his extensive experience in China, aims to promote dialogue while carrying Trump's 'America First' agenda.