China, U.S. start economic, trade talks in Madrid

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, poses for a photo with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent prior to their talks in Madrid, Spain, Sept. 14, 2025. The Chinese and U.S. delegations convened here on Sunday for talks on economic and trade issues. (Xinhua/Xing Guangli)

MADRID, Sept. 14 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese and U.S. delegations convened here on Sunday for talks on economic and trade issues.

In the coming days, the two sides will discuss issues such as the U.S. unilateral tariff measures, the abuse of export controls and TikTok, a spokesperson with China's Ministry of Commerce said on Friday.

The Chinese delegation is headed by Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee.

China's position on the TikTok issue is clear and consistent, the spokesperson said. China is firmly committed to safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of its enterprises and will handle the TikTok issue in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations.

The Chinese and U.S. delegations convene for talks on economic and trade issues in Madrid, Spain, Sept. 14, 2025. (Xinhua/Peng Ziyang)