Event Brief
May 20, 2026 at 4:05 AM ET
China to work with US on reciprocal tariff cuts
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China’s commerce ministry says Beijing will work with Washington to reduce tariffs on goods worth at least $30 billion.
WHO: China’s commerce ministry
WHAT: Said Beijing will work with Washington on reciprocal tariff reductions discussed under a trade council framework.
WHEN: May 20, 2026 at 3:50 AM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: To honor the commitment made during recent US-China negotiations and follow the leaders’ summit framework for reciprocal tariff reductions.
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