China has repeatedly emphasized that it is open to dialogue. However, any negotiation must be based on mutual respect, equal consultation, and mutual benefit.

Q: Vice Premier He Lifeng will visit Switzerland and meet with the U.S. side. What are China’s expectations for this meeting? Can you disclose the meeting agenda? Will the “Phase Two” China-U.S. trade agreement be discussed? Will China commit to purchasing more U.S. goods?…

— 中华人民共和国商务部MOFCOM (@MOFCOM_China) May 9, 2025

Q: Vice Premier He Lifeng will meet with the U.S. side in Switzerland to discuss tariffs. Before initiating the negotiations, did China propose any preconditions, such as the removal of certain unilateral tariffs imposed on Chinese goods? Has the U.S. agreed to these conditions?…

— 中华人民共和国商务部MOFCOM (@MOFCOM_China) May 9, 2025