New U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai discussed trade relations with officials from Japan, France, Mexico and South Korea on Tuesday (March 23). During the conversation, Tai cited concerns about unfair trade practices and human rights issues in China (Communist Party of China).
In a press release, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) said that during his call with Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimichi Motegi, Dyche discussed the importance of the U.S.-Japan trade relationship and that both sides pledged to work to safeguard their mutual interests, according to the Voice of America. Dyche also said the Biden administration would support and participate in international forums such as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
During the call, the two also addressed concerns about unfair trade practices and human rights issues in non-market economies such as China (Communist Party of China).
Dyche also spoke with Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hiroshi Kajiyama on Tuesday, during which they also expressed concerns about unfair trade practices in China (CCP).
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said Dyche and French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire discussed their trade and investment relationship and agreed to “strengthen cooperation on common objectives related to large non-market economies,” such as China and forced labor issues. The two sides also agreed to use trade policy to support climate change goals.
Dyche also spoke with South Korean Minister of Commerce, Industry, Trade and Resources Yu Myung-hee and Mexican Economy Minister Tatiana Clouthier to discuss the U.S.-Korea trade relationship with the United States and Mexico.
U.S. Trade Representative David Deitch also discussed the special relationship and strong bilateral trade ties between the U.S. and Britain with British International Trade Secretary Elizabeth Truss on Monday (22), and the two sides agreed to work together on a number of key issues, including how to address unfair trade practices by China.
Dyche was confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative by a vote of the U.S. Senate on March 17. She previously served on the U.S. government’s Office of the Trade Negotiator and congressional staff.
On March 19, Dyche said she will use trade to help the U.S. economy recover from the New Coronavirus (CCP) crisis, and that addressing China’s (CCP) challenges will be one of her priorities.
In a letter to USTR staff on her first day in office, Dyche said the current period calls for a new approach and “thinking outside the box.
She said she wants to have a more diverse team and to engage with communities that have long been overlooked.
In the letter, Dyche said, “We work with colleagues in government agencies to challenge preconceived notions about trade policy.”
In her letter, Dyche also mentioned giving workers more of a voice. She said, “Through unprecedented engagement, we will pursue policies that advance the interests of all Americans by giving workers a voice, supporting American innovation and driving broad, equitable growth.”
During his nomination hearing before the Senate Finance Committee in Congress, Dyche has described China (the Chinese Communist Party) as “simultaneously a competitor, a trading partner and a mega-player whose cooperation the United States also needs to address certain global challenges.”
“We have to remember how to walk, chew gum and play chess all at the same Time.” She said at the time.
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