China frames Davos as defense of global rules amid Trump pressure
TL;DR
At Davos, Vice Premier He Lifeng framed China as a defender of the rules-based international order and globalization, urging partners not to retreat from free trade despite U.S. tariff threats and restrictions, while highlighting China’s plan to boost domestic demand and keep expanding its role in world markets.
- China pitches itself as reliable partner amid Trump threats politico.eu
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- China Defends Growth Model at Davos, Aims to Be ‘World’s Market’ Bloomberg
- Davos 2026: Special Address by He Lifeng, Vice-Premier of the People's Republic of China The World Economic Forum
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