USTR CATHERINE TAI SAYS U.S. NOT YET READY TO LIFT TARIFFS ON CHINA

Highlights

• The United States Trade Representative Catherine Tai said the US at present is not ready to lift tariffs on China imports, though it could be open to hold talks with Beijing

• Tai said she understood the levies were affecting some US-based companies and consumers, but they can also protect businesses

• The 47-year-old also said that it was essential for companies, traders, manufacturers....