Fresh Slate: US-China Trade Banter
The Renewed Chessboard
China-U.S. custom talks set anew by Donald Trump
The US and China have been locked in a trade standoff for months, with the recent exchange between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping promising a glimmer of hope. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described their talk as "very good," stating that the dialogue spanned an hour and a half and ended favorably for both nations.
Trump extended an invitation to the Chinese president for a visit to the US, while Xi reciprocated by inviting the former president and his wife Melania to China. The details regarding the meeting's time and venue are yet to be announced.
Course Correction
According to China's state-run news agency Xinhua, Xi urged both sides to readjust the trajectory of their bilateral relations. Xi also warned Trump of the potential dangers posed by Taiwan's independence supporters, advising caution to prevent a clash between the two superpowers.
Roadblocked Negotiations
Trade talks between the two nations have been roadblocked, with Trump expressing difficulty in reaching a compromise with Xi. Despite this, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that only direct communication between the two leaders could break the impasse and revitalize the negotiations.
In an earlier move, Trump imposed tariffs of 145% on Chinese products, prompting China to respond with a 125% tariff hike on US goods. A temporary truce was signed in mid-May, halting the tariffs' escalation for some goods, supposedly to facilitate ongoing negotiations. However, the diplomatic discourse has grown more acrimonious of late.
The US has levied accusations against China for hindering the export of essential minerals. On the other hand, China has criticized US restrictions on chip sales and student visas.
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In the evolving dynamics of international politics, policy-and-legislation regarding trade-and-economic relations between the US and China have witnessed significant developments. The recent exchange between Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping, though promising, has not prevented the roadblocked negotiations marked by a contentious standoff over tariffs and export restrictions. Meanwhile, the ZEIT-Ideenfestival continues to provide a platform for general-news discussions, including those on war-and-conflicts and their potential impacts on global affairs.
