U.S.-China Trade Talks Conclude with Preliminary Agreement

Wed Jul 16 2025 20:32:16 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
U.S.-China Trade Talks Conclude with Preliminary Agreement

After two days of discussions in London, President Trump announces a potential accord aimed at easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China.


The U.S. and China have reportedly reached an agreement to roll back certain trade restrictions following high-level talks in London, though the full details remain undisclosed.



After two days of high-stakes negotiations in London, President Trump proclaimed yesterday that a preliminary deal has been reached with China to alleviate some of the punitive trade measures implemented in recent months. The agreement involves China easing its limitations on the export of rare earth minerals and critical magnets necessary for various U.S. manufacturing sectors. In exchange, the U.S. would forgo imposing visa restrictions on Chinese students while also loosening some export limitations.

"Our deal with China is done, pending final endorsement from President Xi and myself," Trump declared on social media, expressing optimism about the relationship between the two nations.

These talks come against a backdrop of heightened economic strains that emerged after Trump announced comprehensive tariffs earlier in April, igniting fears of potential shortages in American retail stores later this year. Although tariffs between both countries will remain unchanged for the time being, a 90-day pause on certain tariffs is set to terminate in August. The U.S. trade representative noted that future communications would be maintained, although a follow-up meeting has not yet been organized.

Analysts are weighing in on the implications of the recent negotiations. "From what we know, the agreement seems to merely reverse some of the adverse effects stemming from the president's ongoing trade war, rather than laying the groundwork for a substantial new trade deal," remarked Ana Swanson, a reporter focusing on trade and international economics.

As the situation unfolds, both nations will be watching closely to see if this initial agreement leads to a more comprehensive resolution to their long-standing trade disputes.

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