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Chile courts China after US tariffs over forced labor concerns

Chilean President José Antonio Kast met with China's ambassador to Santiago, Niu Qingbao, shortly after the US imposed tariffs on Chilean exports, citing forced labor concerns. Kast, who previously aligned with Trump's policies, engaged in discussions with the Chinese delegation regarding trade relations. Chile's government has stated its intention to continue dialogue with the US administration to address the tariff issues and seek better access for its products. AI

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Chile courts China after US tariffs over forced labor concerns

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Igor Patrick ·

    Chile’s Kast courts China day after US hits exports with forced labour tariff

    Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast received China’s ambassador to Santiago, Niu Qingbao, at the La Moneda Palace on Friday morning, in an encounter that lasted more than an hour and marked the first meeting between the two men since the right-wing leader took office in March. Ac…