Article: 1st Ld: China, U.S. seek closer trade relations ahead of Obama's visit

1st Ld: China, U.S. seek closer trade relations ahead of Obama's visit

HANGZHOU, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) -- China and the United States on Thursday started their annual trade talks in east China's Hangzhou city, aiming at addressing trade issues and laying the groundwork for a meeting between leaders of the two countries in Beijing.

Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan told the opening session of the Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade (JCCT) that as influential powers, China and the United States should firmly oppose all types of trade protectionism, promote both countries' economies and help lift the world out of recession.

Wang co-chaired the 20th JCCT talks with U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary ...

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