BEIJING: China’s chief trade negotiator said at a dinner t that he was “cautiously optimistic” about reaching a phase one deal with the US, even as talks continue to stretch out amid tensions over Hong Kong and other issues.
Vice Premier Liu He made the comments in a speech here on Wednesday night, according to people who attended the dinner and asked not to be identified. He also explained China’s plans for reforming state enterprises, opening up the financial sector, and enforcing intellectual property rights -- issues at the core of US demands for change in China’s economic system.