China’s Ministry of Commerce issued an extremely brief Q&A statement regarding the results of Xi-Trump summit. In short, the MOFCOM said the meeting was successful. And, the economic and trade teams from both sides will actively promote the work of negotiations within 90 days in accordance with a clear timetable and road map. Most importantly, China pledged to implement the specifics, “sooner the better”.
Here is the exact Q&A translated by Google.
A reporter asked: We know that the Chinese economic and trade team has returned to Beijing. What is your comment on this meeting?
A: The meeting was very successful and we have confidence in the implementation.
Q: How is China prepared to promote the next economic and trade consultation?
A: The economic and trade teams of the two sides will actively promote the consultation work within 90 days in accordance with a clear timetable and road map.
Q: What are the priorities for China?
A: China will start from implementing specific issues that have reached consensus, and the sooner the better.
