US EditionInside Trump’s negotiating strategy with China
- President Donald Trump's trade negotiating team flew to Geneva, Switzerland, in early May 2025 for key economic talks with Chinese officials.
- The meetings followed quiet outreach by Chinese officials and Trump's announcement on social media about possibly reducing tariffs from 145% to 80%, which surprised China.
- US officials arranged a 90-day pause on April 2 reciprocal tariff rates and aimed to secure early agreements with Indo-Pacific countries, while acknowledging Trump and Xi Jinping must finalize any major deal.
- Kevin Hassett, a top White House economic advisor, noted encouraging developments from China before the discussions, while U.S. Trade Representative Greer expressed hope for reaching a stable agreement that could serve as a basis for further progress.
- Chinese officials felt frustrated and confused by Trump’s unexpected tariff remarks, indicating the negotiations remain complex and uncertain despite efforts to de-escalate trade tensions.
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Inside Trump’s negotiating strategy with China
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