In Talks With Yellen, China Demands Removal of U.S. Economic Sanctions

Treasury secretary’s visit came amid growing disputes between the two countries over trade, technology transfer and security strategies

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing on Sunday. Photo: VCG

China called on the U.S. to lift tariffs and export controls imposed on the country and end the suppression of Chinese enterprises, during meetings between senior officials and U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in Beijing last week.