#USChinaTradeTalks

The United States is pushing for the opening of the Chinese market and the protection of intellectual property rights, while China insists on its state intervention-based economic model.

Asian markets – such as the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong – have shown cautious optimism, while American markets have taken a 'wait and see' stance.

The talks may result in partial agreements such as increasing China's purchases of American goods or cooperation in combating fentanyl trafficking, but reaching a comprehensive agreement seems unlikely at this stage.