January 9, 2019, 2:50 PM GMT+7 Updated on January 9, 2019, 4:07 PM GMT+7
Negotiations end on Wednesday following one-day extension
Beijing to release statement soon on talks: Foreign Ministry
China and the U.S. wrapped up three days of trade talks, with people familiar saying their positions were closer on areas including energy and agriculture but further apart on harder issues.
Beijing will be releasing a statement soon on the negotiations, Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Lu Kang said, adding that a one-day extension shows both sides are serious about the talks. Some disagreements remain on structural issues and they need to be addressed when more senior negotiators meet later on, according to Chinese officials involved in the discussions who asked not to be identified.
Negotiations end on Wednesday following one-day extension
Signs emerge that some incremental progress was accomplished
The Trump administration is pushing for a way to make sure China delivers on its commitments in any deal the two nations reach to a trade war that has roiled financial markets and dimmed the outlook for global growth.
The U.S. wrapped up three days of mid-level talks with China in Beijing on Wednesday, noting a commitment by President Xi Jinping’s government to buy more U.S. agricultural goods, energy and manufactured products.
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Saudi oil minister leaves door open to additional supply moves
Oil shrugged off bearish U.S. oil inventory data and headed for bull-market territory as Saudi Arabia reaffirmed supply curbs and American officials signaled progress in trade talks with China.
Futures climbed as much as 5.6 percent in New York on Wednesday. Crude rose alongside equities after U.S. officials said three days of talks in Beijing resulted in Chinese promises to buy more American goods. Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, offered fresh assurances that supplies will be kept in check.
4) Our Country is doing so well in so many ways. Great jobs numbers, with a record setting December. We are rebuilding our military. Vets finally have Choice & Accountability. Economy & GDP are strong. Tax & Reg cuts historic. Trade deals great. But we MUST fix our Southern Border!