Trade deal with US to benefit global economy: China

The trade deal between China and the US will not only benefit the two countries but also the global economy, China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Geng Shuang said on Tuesday.

Shuang made the remarks at a press briefing while answering a question on the new round of China-U.S. high-level economic and trade consultations held in Washington, Xinhua reported.

"The deal will be greatly significant. It is beneficial to China, the United States and the world, as well as the global economy, trade and peace," Geng said.

Shuang said that China and the US hold the same position on reaching an economic and trade deal.IANS