China claims it doesn’t need US energy, ag imports for economic security
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Beijing is loudly telegraphing its confidence in weathering a protracted trade war.
On Monday, a senior official at the macro planner (NDRC) told reporters that US ag and energy imports aren't critical to China's food or energy security.
"In 2024, imports of sorghum, corn, soybeans and other grains...