Strategic Talks Set The Stage for U.S.-China Summit

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng concluded discussions in South Korea, preparing for upcoming summit talks between the U.S. and China, according to a U.S. official. The talks aimed to lay the groundwork for discussions between the leaders of the world's largest economies in Beijing.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng concluded discussions on Wednesday at Incheon International Airport, a U.S. official reported to Reuters.

Meeting in South Korea, the two officials aimed to establish a foundation for this week's summit talks between the world’s largest economies.

The upcoming summit, scheduled in Beijing, seeks to address pressing economic issues between the U.S. and China.