The U.S. trade posture toward China should aim for greater balance and possibly a smaller footprint, focusing on non-sensitive goods and seeking about a 25% reduction in goods trade as a constructive direction.

Strategic levers in the U.S.–China relationship include software and semiconductors, with allies showing interest in coordinated action and a push to boost U.S. production of strategic, domestic-critical minerals.

Progress is linked to Trump-era policies, and the current relationship is viewed as more stable than at the start of the previous period, with no appetite for a full-blown economic conflict.

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The report was filed from Washington by Andrea Shalal, with editors Chris Reese and Matthew Lewis.

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated China is close to meeting commitments under the U.S.–China trade deal, including a 12 million metric-ton soybean purchase slated for completion by early 2026.

Greer notes daily monitoring of China ties and emphasizes maintaining stability in an evolving relationship.

The broader context is a push for a balanced, stable, and potentially smaller economic footprint with China while preparing for strategic competition and resilient domestic industries.

The report frames U.S. policy as reducing dependence on China and boosting domestic production of strategic goods, while pursuing a stable, multilateral approach with allies.