"China's 'circle of friends' to develop the circular economy is constantly expanding," Zhu Liyang said.

The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to invest £2.5 billion ($3.15 billion) to support the steel industry and protect jobs in the steel sector.

Oman is accelerating industrial growth with new projects in key sectors such as metals, mining, and construction.

The recent calcium metal market continues to pre-holiday, continue to oscillate weak.

The United States has recently announced a 25 percent tariff on steel and aluminium imports.

Mexico rejects U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum.

Economic cooperation between Brasilia and Washington should be enough to guarantee a solution that is beneficial to both countries, the group added.

The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said the government will actively express its position and consult with the U.S. administration to protect the interests of the local steel industry.