Constructive approach key to Sino-US deal

Vice Premier Liu He, at their invitation, talked with US trade representative Robert Lighthizer and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Saturday to iron out the details of what the two sides have agreed so far.

Saturday's talk has eased concerns that the two sides were getting cold feet and were backing away from any commitment.

According to a statement released by the Chinese side, Saturday's conversation was "constructive", and the two sides have agreed to maintain close communication.