Core Viewpoint - The recent agreement between China and the U.S. to significantly reduce tariffs is expected to positively impact trade growth between the two countries and support global economic recovery [2]. Group 1: Economic Environment - The international environment remains complex and severe, with rising unilateralism and protectionism impacting global economic growth [2]. - Despite external pressures, China's economy maintains a long-term positive outlook, supported by coordinated macro policies and innovation [6]. Group 2: Trade Performance - In the first four months of the year, China's total goods import and export volume increased by 2.4%, with a notable acceleration in April, where the growth rate reached 5.6% [4]. - Exports in April alone grew by 9.3%, indicating strong performance despite external challenges [4]. Group 3: Trade Diversification - Although trade with the U.S. has declined, trade diversification efforts have led to increased imports and exports with ASEAN and Belt and Road countries, with ASEAN trade growing by 9.2% in the first four months [5]. - The ability of China's foreign trade to withstand external pressures reflects a solid industrial foundation and strong competitive advantages in the global supply chain [5]. Group 4: Policy Support - The government has enhanced support for foreign trade enterprises through policies such as export tax rebates and financial assistance, creating a favorable environment for trade development [5]. - The implementation of proactive macro policies has expanded market demand, boosted production, and supported innovation, contributing to a growing consumer base [6].

中美作为全球最具影响力的大国，应共同承担起维护多边主义体系、推动开放型世界经济的责任。国际 社会也应共同捍卫开放和以规则为基础的多边贸易体制，加强在国际贸易问题上的对话和合作，推动世 界经济走向更加繁荣、公正、可持续的未来。 日前举行的中美经贸高层会谈达成了一系列重要共识，取得了实质性进展。在此过程中，中方始终秉持 开放、合作、共赢理念，坚定维护多边主义和自由贸易，不仅为中美关系注入了更多稳定性和正能量， 也为充满不确定性的世界经济带来了稳定预期。 （文章来源：经济日报） 近年来，保护主义、单边主义抬头趋势明显，严重削弱了世贸组织的争端解决机制和多边规则的有效 性。世界各国要清醒认识到，当前世界经济面临诸多问题，不是因为多边主义出了错，而是因为个别国 家背离了多边主义的原则；不是自由贸易的失败，而是因为保护主义和零和博弈思维抬头。要解决这些 深层次问题，必须回到多边主义与自由贸易的初心。国际社会应在世贸组织框架下，坚持规则为本、协 商为先，通过平等对话处理贸易争端，并进一步提升多边贸易体系的包容性、代表性和有效性。 中国始终是多边主义的坚定倡导者和自由贸易的有力推动者。自加入世贸组织以来，中国积极履行入世 承 ...

商务部副部长李成钢：APEC成员应携手维护国际经贸秩序稳定 坚决反对单边主义和保护主义 金十数据5月16日讯，李成钢国际贸易谈判代表兼副部长出席亚太经合组织第三十一届贸易部长会议。 李成钢表示，近期个别经济体实施所谓"对等关税"、挑起全球贸易摩擦，严重违反世贸组织规则，冲击 多边贸易体制，引发全球经济动荡，很多贸易伙伴都表达强烈不满和明确反对。APEC成员应携手维护 国际经贸秩序稳定，践行真正的多边主义，坚决反对单边主义和保护主义，客观看待、妥善处理单边关 税措施引发的全球贸易失序，确保全球贸易在世贸组织框架下顺畅运行。 相关链接 ...

Group 1 - Chilean President Boric's visit to China marks a new chapter in China-Chile cooperation, with multiple bilateral cooperation agreements signed in various fields [1] - China has been Chile's largest trading partner for several years, with Chile being China's third-largest trading partner in Latin America [1][3] - In 2024, the bilateral trade volume between China and Chile is projected to reach $61.69 billion, which is 8.6 times the volume before the China-Chile Free Trade Agreement came into effect [2] Group 2 - The bilateral trade between China and Chile has shown significant growth, with a historical high of 163.19 billion yuan in the first four months of this year, a year-on-year increase of 5.4% [3] - Chilean cherries are particularly popular in China, especially during the Chinese New Year, due to their quality and flavor [4] - There is potential for further growth in high-tech products such as machinery and electronics in the bilateral trade between China and Chile [5] Group 3 - Chinese investments in Chile have rapidly increased, particularly in infrastructure, energy, agriculture, and mining sectors, with a direct investment stock of approximately $1.6 billion by the end of 2023 [5] - Both countries are looking to deepen cooperation in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and green energy [6] - The collaboration between China and Chile is seen as significant in the context of current geopolitical tensions, with both countries aiming to enhance their economic and strategic goals through cooperation [6]

Group 1 - The Ministry of Commerce urges the US to stop the 232 tariff measures, stating that such actions are unilateral and protectionist, harming the interests of other countries and disrupting the multilateral trade system [3] - The Ministry of Commerce responds to the US's export control measures against Huawei's Ascend chips, indicating that these actions severely damage the legitimate rights of Chinese companies and threaten the stability of the global semiconductor supply chain [3] - The Ministry of Commerce addresses the issue of rare earth export controls, stating that there is no further information available at this time, but will provide updates as necessary [4] Group 2 - The Supreme Court and the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) emphasize the need to combat false information and protect market order, stating that those who harm others' rights through false narratives will face legal consequences [9] - The CSRC announces new regulations requiring that funds raised by listed companies must be used specifically for their main business and not for permanent working capital or repaying bank loans [12] - The CSRC will strictly regulate changes in the use of raised funds and ensure that controlling shareholders do not occupy these funds, with penalties for unauthorized changes [13] Group 3 - The China Chemical Corporation's subsidiary is involved in a lawsuit regarding false statements related to securities, with claims for damages amounting to 5.147 billion yuan [14] - China Minmetals Corporation reports a 24.9% year-on-year decrease in new contract amounts for the first four months of 2025, with overseas contracts also declining by 7.7% [15] - The real estate industry is experiencing a contraction, with the top 30 real estate companies reporting a slight revenue decline of 0.083% year-on-year, with only 11 companies showing growth [27]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government maintains an open attitude towards resolving trade concerns through dialogue and communication, emphasizing the importance of the China-U.S. economic and trade consultation mechanism established during the Geneva talks [3][4][9]. Group 1: China-U.S. Trade Relations - The Chinese side urges the U.S. to promptly stop the Section 232 tariffs on imports of automobiles and steel, viewing these actions as unilateralism and protectionism that harm other countries' interests and disrupt the multilateral trade system [6][7]. - The high-level economic talks between China and the U.S. took place in Geneva from May 10 to 11, where both sides achieved substantial progress and reached important consensus based on the discussions from January 17 [9]. Group 2: Semiconductor Industry - The Chinese government responded to the U.S. Department of Commerce's announcement regarding Huawei chips, labeling it as a typical example of non-market and unilateral bullying practices that threaten the stability of the global semiconductor supply chain [10]. - The Chinese side calls for the U.S. to immediately correct its erroneous practices and emphasizes that such restrictions severely damage the legitimate rights of Chinese enterprises and disrupt market rules and international economic order [10].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that China and the United States have agreed to establish a trade consultation mechanism to maintain communication regarding each other's concerns in the trade field [1][3][4] - The high-level trade talks took place in Geneva from May 10 to 11, where both sides made substantial progress and reached important consensus, resulting in the "Joint Statement of the China-U.S. Geneva Trade Talks" [3][4] - The mechanism will involve regular or irregular consultations held alternately in China, the U.S., or a mutually agreed third country, focusing on trade issues of mutual concern [3][4] Group 2 - The U.S. has recently revoked a total of 91% of tariffs on Chinese goods and adjusted other tariff measures, including a 34% tariff on certain products, with 24% of these tariffs suspended for 90 days [5][6] - China has indicated that it will adjust its tariffs and non-tariff measures in response to the U.S. actions, emphasizing the importance of dialogue to resolve trade concerns [6] - The Chinese government has criticized the U.S. for its unilateral and protectionist measures, particularly regarding tariffs on automobiles, steel, aluminum, and pharmaceuticals, urging the U.S. to cease these actions [6][7]

在今天召开的商务部例行新闻发布会上，新闻发言人表示，关于美方针对进口汽车、钢铝的232关税， 以及对进口药品发起232调查，中方认为，美方做法是典型的单边主义和保护主义行径，不仅损害他国 权益，破坏以规则为基础的多边贸易体制，也无益于本国产业发展，中方敦促美方，尽快停止232关税 措施，通过平等对话，妥善解决各方关切。 ...

Group 1 - BRICS countries called for a joint resistance against unilateralism and trade protectionism during a special meeting, with China criticizing the US's "reciprocal tariff" policy as harmful to the rights of nations and expressing willingness to cooperate with BRICS members to address the impact of US measures on global trade order [1] - The US House of Representatives' fundraising committee passed a multi-trillion dollar tax cut proposal from the Trump administration, with negotiations on the bill's details ongoing, aiming for a vote in the House by the end of the month [1] - Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Jefferson noted that tariffs and uncertainty could suppress economic growth and raise inflation, but monetary policy is ready to adjust as needed, emphasizing the increased policy uncertainty and unclear impact of tariffs on prices [1] Group 2 - European Central Bank regulators required some Eurozone banks to assess scenarios of dollar demand pressure, simulating operations without reliance on the Federal Reserve for dollar supply, reflecting concerns over the uncertainty of dollar supply under the Trump administration [2] - Recent discussions between US and South Korean Treasury officials on exchange rate policies sparked market speculation about Trump potentially adopting a "trade for exchange rate" strategy to induce dollar depreciation; however, insiders revealed that the US has not made exchange rate commitments a condition for tariff reductions in global trade negotiations [2] Group 3 - The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 0.21% to 42,051.06 points, while the S&P 500 rose by 0.1% to 5,892.58 points, and the Nasdaq Composite increased by 0.72% to 19,146.81 points [3] - COMEX gold futures dropped by 2.07% to $3,180.70 per ounce, and COMEX silver futures fell by 2.15% to $32.39 per ounce [3] - The main contract for US oil decreased by 1.23% to $62.89 per barrel, and the main contract for Brent crude oil also fell by 1.23% to $65.81 per barrel [3] - The 2-year US Treasury yield rose by 4.65 basis points to 4.042%, the 5-year yield increased by 6.73 basis points to 4.162%, the 10-year yield went up by 6.93 basis points to 4.534%, and the 30-year yield climbed by 6.57 basis points to 4.971% [3] - The US dollar index increased by 0.10% to 101.08, with the euro down by 0.09% against the dollar at 1.1175, the British pound down by 0.32% at 1.3262, and the Australian dollar down by 0.64% at 0.6429 [3]

在班多看来，美中作为世界上两个重要国家，保持良好的关系、就重大问题开展合作并共同解决全球性 挑战至关重要。 展望未来的全球治理格局，班多认为，新兴大国将会承担起更多国际责任。他表示，自己很高兴看到曾 经不发达的国家在经济、社会和政治上持续进步，成为国际治理的新兴力量。(完) （文章来源：中国新闻网） 中新社北京5月14日电 (记者李京泽郭超凯)第四届万寿国际安全研讨会于5月13日至14日在北京举行。美 国前总统里根特别助理、卡托研究所高级研究员班多在研讨会上表示，美中两国对维护世界和平稳定具 有举足轻重的作用，双方应带头创造一个远离零和博弈、人人共享的世界。 本届研讨会的主题是"变乱世界中的普遍安全——大国的责任"。班多表示，当今世界充满动荡，大国应 汲取历史教训，担负起时代责任，确保世界不会重新堕入战争深渊。 当前，单边主义、保护主义正严重冲击国际经济格局。"经济合作曾让各国走到一起。但不幸的是，美 国新政府正把投资和贸易作为武器，威胁自身及他国的繁荣与稳定。"班多说，美国官员有义务考虑自 身决策可能对世界带来的影响。 30多年前，班多首次访问中国，此后他一直关注着中国的发展，并见证了这片古老土地发生翻天覆 ...