Wall Street Journal: U.S. And China Have Agreed To Semi-Annual Talks

China and the US have agreed to semiannual talks, set to be announced on January 15th during a White House ceremony for the Phase one deal. These meetings are similar to those initiated under President George W. Bush and continued by Barack Obama and Donald Trump, although the Trump administration later abandoned them due to a lack of tangible results. The new talks, led by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, aim to foster deeper relationships between officials of both governments.

When is the official announcement of the semiannual talks expected to take place?

• January 10th

• January 15th

• March 3rd

• February 1st

Which U.S. President initiated the tradition of regular meetings with China?

• President Bill Clinton

• President Barack Obama

• President Donald Trump

• President George W. Bush

Why did the Trump administration step away from the regular meetings?

• They were too costly

• They were not supported by China

• They didn't produce tangible results

• They were too frequent

Who is leading the new talks between China and the U.S.?

• Secretary of State

• Vice President

• Defense Secretary

• Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin

What is the main goal of the new talks led by Steven Mnuchin?

• To finalize the Phase two deal

• To reduce government spending

• To develop deeper relationships

• To increase trade tariffs