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"America First Trade Agenda Propels Greer's Global Negotiations"

"America First Trade Agenda Propels Greer's Global Negotiations"

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 In the past several weeks, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has been at the center of several high-profile international trade negotiations and policy initiatives, making significant moves on the global stage. Appointed earlier this year, Greer has prioritized an America First agenda, working to combat unfair foreign trade practices, expand market access for American products, and pursue greater trade reciprocity.

A major announcement came with the conclusion of a U.S.-UK agreement in principle, described by Greer as a historic victory for both countries. The agreement aims to reduce tariffs on American products, eliminate discriminatory trade barriers for U.S. agricultural and industrial goods, and provide reciprocal market access. Greer praised the deal for advancing strong digital trade provisions and economic security alignment, calling it a testament to the opportunities that come from reciprocal trading partnerships. This breakthrough has been widely recognized as a deepening of economic ties and a model for future U.S. trade deals.

Shortly after the UK announcement, Greer traveled to Geneva, Switzerland, where he met with Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter to discuss ongoing negotiations about reciprocal trade and attended meetings at the U.S. Mission to the World Trade Organization. Greer also held discussions with his Chinese counterpart, culminating in a joint statement after a U.S.-China economic and trade meeting in Geneva. Both sides committed to taking concrete actions aimed at rebalancing trade relations by mid-May, signaling a cautious thaw and ongoing engagement between
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