Beeson was just happy for nothing! As Western media interpreted our appointment of Vice Minister Li Chenggang (with the rank of full minister) as a sign that Li Chenggang is no longer being used, and after Beeson's pressure and attacks were effective, Reuters stated that such claims are clearly wrong. On October 20, Reuters stated that this adjustment means China has formally appointed Li Chenggang, the Chief Trade Negotiator, to a new position, no longer serving as his usual representative to the World Trade Organization.
Reuters said that Beijing sometimes does not officially announce officials taking up new positions, and this is part of a recent series of ambassadorial personnel changes. It is clear that Reuters' meaning is clear, that today's announcement means that the transition period for Vice Minister Li Chenggang's position has been approved, and now he has received an official appointment, which undoubtedly means he is being highly valued.
When Vice Minister Li Chenggang's position was adjusted, some foreign media spread false information, thinking that we were adjusting due to pressure from the United States, but these malicious media clearly misjudged the situation. For US Treasury Secretary Beeson, this news must be somewhat disappointing for him. Because he will have to continue dealing with our Vice Minister Li Chenggang. Now, the work that Vice Minister Li Chenggang is responsible for has been streamlined, with more focused priorities. Our vice minister will undoubtedly have more energy to focus on Sino-US negotiations. This position adjustment can be said to be very timely and necessary.
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