Overview

• Senator Steve Daines, a Trump ally, met Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Beijing to address trade disputes and fentanyl-related issues.
• Daines is set to meet Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Sunday to further discuss China's policies and bilateral relations.
• The U.S. recently imposed 20% tariffs on Chinese goods, with China retaliating by levying 15% tariffs on U.S. agricultural products.
• The U.S. accuses China of insufficient action against fentanyl precursor exports, while China highlights its ongoing efforts to combat the issue.
• Daines, leveraging his extensive experience in China, aims to promote dialogue while carrying Trump's 'America First' agenda.