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China's Vice Premier He Lifeng Engages with Apple's Tim Cook and Other North American CEOs to Strengthen Trade Ties

High-Level Meeting Between Chinese Vice Premier and North American Business Leaders

In a significant move to bolster trade relations between China and the United States, Chinese Vice Premier and Central Financial and Economic Affairs Commission Office Director He Lifeng held a meeting with the heads of several major North American companies. The discussions, as reported by China's Commerce Ministry (MOFCOM) on Monday, focused on enhancing bilateral trade and investment opportunities.

Participants and Their Commitment to China

The meeting saw the participation of top executives from Pfizer Inc., Brookfield Corporation, Mastercard Inc., Cargill Incorporated, Corning Inc., and Apple Inc., with the latter represented by its CEO, Tim Cook. According to MOFCOM, all attendees expressed a strong willingness to invest in China, highlighting the country's importance as a key market and partner.

This engagement underscores the ongoing efforts to deepen economic cooperation between China and North American businesses.