Switzerland's Push for a US Trade Agreement

In a significant move to strengthen economic ties, Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter, who also serves as the finance minister, has expressed Switzerland's eagerness to forge a fundamental customs agreement with the United States. During her talks with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, Keller-Sutter highlighted the importance of this agreement for Switzerland.

Expedited Treatment for Switzerland

Keller-Sutter revealed that Switzerland has been categorized for expedited treatment in trade discussions with the US. "We hope that we will be the next country with which the United States can reach an agreement," she stated optimistically during a press conference in Geneva.

Upcoming US-China Talks in Switzerland

This development comes as officials from the US and China are set to meet in Switzerland this weekend. These discussions are seen as preliminary steps towards resolving the ongoing trade dispute between the two global powers, with Switzerland playing a pivotal role as the host nation.