🔥 The United Nations is cheering on upcoming high-stakes talks between the Chinese mainland and the U.S., set for Switzerland this week, as global leaders push to defuse trade tensions. A UN spokesperson emphasized Thursday that "there can be no winners in a trade war" — a not-so-subtle nod to the ripple effects of rocky ties between the world\'s two largest economies.
👀 He Lifeng, China\'s Vice Premier and top official for economic affairs, will meet U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent May 9–12. The talks aim to iron out trade disputes that have kept markets on edge, with the UN warning a full-blown "global war" could hit struggling developing nations hardest.
💡 UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq stressed the urgency: "Any effort to avoid [escalation] would be welcome." With both sides sending heavy hitters to the table, all eyes are on whether this meeting can finally steer relations toward calmer waters.
