Chinese commerce ministry on US-China trade talks

The transcript discusses the start of US-China negotiations on January 19, with high-level talks scheduled for January 21-22. The aim is to deepen communication on trade issues, following previous discussions, and to reach a consensus as per the leaders' agreement. Progress details will be shared post-negotiations. Additionally, a decline in China's foreign investment in January is noted, attributed to various factors including global economic slowdown predictions and stricter foreign investment security reviews.

When did the working-level teams of China and the US begin their discussions?

• On the 19th of the month

• On the 21st of the month

• On the 22nd of the month

• On the 20th of the month

What is the main goal of the intensive negotiations between the economic and trade teams?

• To reach a consensus based on the leaders' agreement

• To discuss military cooperation

• To plan future meetings

• To finalize a trade agreement

When will specific details about the progress of the negotiations be released?

• After the negotiations conclude

• During the negotiations

• Before the negotiations start

• At the end of the year

What was observed about China's foreign investment cooperation in January?

• It increased compared to the previous year

• It decreased compared to the previous year

• It remained the same as the previous year

• It was not affected by global trends

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for the decline in foreign investment cooperation?

• Incidental factors

• Increased domestic investment

• Stricter security reviews by some countries

• Global economic slowdown predictions