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Trump says he will soon make decision about sanctions on Chinese companies buying Iranian oil
Trump said he will decide within days as talks with China also touched on buying more American energy and pressure on Iran's nuclear program.
- President Donald Trump announced from Air Force One on May 15 that he will decide soon on lifting sanctions against Chinese companies buying Iranian oil, following his two-day summit in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- Recently, China imposed sanctions on several Chinese oil refiners, including Hengli Petrochemical, for purchasing Iranian oil, symbolizing Beijing's drive to modernize the industry.
- During talks, Chinese President Xi Jinping sought to see the Strait of Hormuz "automatically" opened, while Trump said his patience with Iran was running out over nuclear concerns.
- Trump indicated he would accept Iran suspending its nuclear program for 20 years if Tehran provides a "real" commitment to the agreement.
- Officials including Trump raised the possibility of China purchasing more American energy during the summit, though Chinese readouts omitted mention of any potential trade deals.
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Trump Prepares Unexpected Concession to China After Meeting with Xi Jinping. US President Donald Trump is considering easing sanctions against Chinese oil companies that purchase crude from Iran. He discussed this issue during a meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, RBC-Ukraine reports, citing Bloomberg. Read also: Trump Leaves China: Media Summarizes US President's Meeting with Xi Jinping Details of the Negotiations According to th…
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