Trump Hails Positive Progress in US-China Trade Negotiations

Wed May 14 2025 21:30:51 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump Hails Positive Progress in US-China Trade Negotiations

Former President Trump expresses optimism after first day of diplomatic discussions on trade in Switzerland.


In a recent social media post, Donald Trump highlighted a "total reset" in trade relations between the U.S. and China following the initial day of negotiations taking place in Geneva.


Donald Trump shared his positive impressions of the U.S.-China trade discussions, describing them as "very good" and noting that "change has been negotiated in a friendly, but constructive, manner." The talks are a significant development in the ongoing economic tensions that have seen the U.S. impose tariffs of up to 145% on Chinese imports, leading to a retaliatory response from Beijing with its own hefty tariffs on American goods.

The discussions mark the first direct engagement between U.S. and Chinese officials since the onset of the trade war, with talks taking place between China's Vice-Premier He Lifeng and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. This dialogue aims to address lingering trade concerns expressed by both nations, particularly in the light of significant tariffs that have strained business operations on both sides.

While there are high hopes for de-escalation, U.S. officials, including White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, have stated that any reduction in tariffs would require concessions from China. Meanwhile, the Chinese government emphasized the need for the U.S. to lower tariffs as part of the negotiations. State media in China has indicated that Beijing's decision to engage in these talks followed consideration of international expectations and the interests of Chinese businesses.

In recent reports, it has become evident that many Chinese exporters, such as Sorbo Technology, have suffered due to the U.S. tariffs, with substantial portions of their inventory going unsold. The U.S. economy itself has shown signs of contraction, shrinking at an annual rate of 0.3% in the first quarter of the year.

The discussions were fueled by Trump’s recent announcements of increased tariffs on various imports, which he labeled as a necessary response to decades of unfair trade practices. As the U.S. aims to renegotiate some of its trade policies, it is important to monitor the potential outcomes of these high-stakes talks and their broader implications for global trade.

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