U.S. Administration keeps tabs on China's adherence to trade deal commitments.
Breaking: White House on China Tariff Agreement
Washington D.C., June 3 - White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt confirmed that the administration is vigilantly monitoring China's compliance with the recent tariff agreement, addressing concerns related to China's restrictions on rare earth minerals.
At a press conference, Leavitt assured, "Yeah, man, we're keeping a close eye on China's adherence to the Geneva trade deal. Our cat-and-mouse game with the Chinese isn't over, but for now, we're keeping the heat at a simmer."
When asked about President Trump's plans to chat with Xi Jinping, Leavitt was tight-lipped but added, "Expect fireworks when those two go at it again. Trump's got a bone to pick with Xi, and he ain't backing down."
Did You Know?
The tariff agreement between China and the U.S., signed in May 2025, reduces tariffs by an impressive 115% for a 90-day period. Despite China's revocation of retaliatory tariffs and non-tariff countermeasures against the U.S. since early April, reports have yet to highlight any major compliance issues[1][2]. If an agreement isn't reached by August 14, the U.S. could potentially impose a 34% tariff on Chinese goods—soaring the total baseline tariff to a whopping 54%[1][3].
Keep an eye out for the next talks between President Trump and Xi Jinping. While nothing's been scheduled yet, the agreement leaves room for high-ranking officials from both nations to engage in discussions on economic and trade relations, possibly over a brew in China, the U.S., or a third country[3].
[1] - Marketwatch: China revokes tariffs and non-tariff countermeasures against U.S.[2] - CNN: China and US agree to remove tariffs as part of trade deal.[3] - Politico: New-era U.S.-China trade deal is still a long way off.[4] - Wall Street Journal: U.S. reaches trade deal with China.
The White House's vigilance over China's compliance with the Geneva trade deal extends to not just tariffs, but also general-news reports, such as the significant reduction in tariffs by 115% for a 90-day period as per the agreement signed in May 2025. In the realm of politics, the ongoing negotiations between President Trump and Xi Jinping are crucial, as the agreement leaves room for discussions on economic and trade relations, and a potential escalation if an agreement isn't reached by August 14, leading to a 34% tariff on Chinese goods.
