In a recent statement, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that China has reached out to the United States multiple times to resume trade negotiations, signaling a potential path to ease the ongoing trade tensions between the two global economic giants.
During a meeting with reporters in the Oval Office, Trump revealed that the discussions had already begun since he raised tariffs on Chinese goods to an unprecedented 145 percent. This move came in response to China’s counteractions against his “Liberation Day” global tariffs, further escalating the trade war that has already rattled global markets.
“Yeah, we’re talking to China,” Trump said. “I would say they have reached out a number of times.”
Despite the growing tensions, Trump expressed optimism about the future of the trade negotiations, stating, “I think we’re going to make a very good deal with China.” His comments came on the same day that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visited the White House for talks aimed at addressing U.S. tariffs on European Union goods, highlighting Trump’s ongoing efforts to balance trade relations on multiple fronts.
However, when pressed by reporters about whether he had spoken directly with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump was more reserved. “I’ve never said whether or not they’ve happened,” he remarked, emphasizing that discussing such matters was “not appropriate.”
While the specifics of the conversations remain unclear, Trump hinted at future discussions with Xi, stating, “You’d think it was pretty obvious that he has, but we will talk about that soon.”
As the U.S. and China continue their high-stakes trade war, global markets remain on edge, watching for any developments that could either escalate or ease the economic dispute. With both sides seemingly open to negotiation, the possibility of a trade deal remains on the horizon, though the final terms are still uncertain.
Trump’s remarks also came in the context of broader international trade issues, including efforts to resolve U.S. tariffs on the European Union. These discussions reflect the broader geopolitical landscape in which Trump is working to navigate complex trade relationships with both China and the EU.
As the situation unfolds, many are left wondering what the next steps will be in the U.S.-China trade dispute and whether a resolution is on the horizon.
