China's Foreign Ministry says they are prepared to work for an improvement in relations with the US
The statement from China's Foreign Ministry signals a potential thaw in US-China relations, which may have significant implications for global markets.
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China's Foreign Ministry says they are prepared to work for an improvement in relations with the US
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Improved relations could ease trade tensions, influencing risk sentiment positively across equities and commodities, while also impacting the USD's strength against other currencies, especially in relation to safe-haven assets. Traders should watch for market reactions in Asian and European sessions as the news develops.
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