Senator Steve Daines Advocates for Renewed Trade Negotiations with China
Senator Steve Daines urges renewed trade talks with China to address fentanyl material flows and advocate for Montana’s beef industry amidst challenges from trade tariffs. He emphasizes the need for increased beef exports and the renewal of essential processing licenses while recalling historical trade relations.
Senator Steve Daines has returned from a visit to China, advocating for the cessation of materials flowing from China to Mexico that are used to produce fentanyl. During his discussions with the Chinese premier and vice foreign minister, he addressed trade tariffs that adversely affect Montana’s farmers and ranchers, particularly the persistent challenges faced by the beef industry in Montana.
Daines articulated the necessity for increased U.S. beef exports to China, stating, “We need to see more of the beef exports be ultimately brought to the finish line.” He expressed his concerns regarding the existing barriers imposed by China on the importation of U.S. meat, which many in the political sphere deem to be unfair trade practices.
In a previous initiative to stimulate interest in Montana beef, Daines delivered a cooler filled with steaks to Chinese officials which generated curiosity from China’s largest online grocer. Nonetheless, he remarked that China did not fulfill its commitment for an additional $200 billion investment. The senator also emphasized the significance of renewing expired licenses essential for the U.S. to process and send beef to China, stating, “We need to renew these licenses and continue supplying that Chinese market with U.S. beef.”
Reflecting on the historical context of U.S.-China trade negotiations, Daines referred to Mike Mansfield’s contributions in the 1970s, asserting that it is vital for the residents of Montana to engage in these crucial discussions about trade.
Senator Steve Daines has underscored the need for renewed trade engagement with China, particularly regarding beef exports. He has called for an end to the fentanyl precursor flow and the renewal of licenses that facilitate beef processing and export. The discussions with Chinese officials also highlight the historical importance of U.S.-China trade relations and the necessity for Montana’s agricultural voices to be heard in these negotiations.
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