Policy Issues • International

U.S.-China Comprehensive Strategic Economic Dialogue (CED)

Strategic economic dialogues are commonly described as structured engagements that address economic and financial issues of mutual interest. They typically include agenda setting, working-level meetings, and public summaries of areas where cooperation or discussion is continuing.

Common Discussion Areas

• Macroeconomic conditions: growth outlook, inflation, and policy frameworks.
• Financial markets: stability topics and regulatory coordination themes.
• Trade and investment: market access, flows, and policy considerations.

How to Read Dialogue Summaries

• Scope: what topics were covered and what was out of scope.
• Commitments: what is specific versus aspirational.
• Next steps: follow-on meetings, working groups, or timelines.