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Trump and Xi agree to further talks to settle trade disputes between U.S., China

Yukun Zhang, Trevor Hunnicutt
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U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed to further talks to resolve trade disputes, including tariffs and 'rare earths' minerals, following a phone call on Thursday. This agreement comes amidst ongoing trade tensions and accusations, with a previous 90-day deal proving tenuous.

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  1. 1 January (unspecified year): Trump's inauguration.
  2. 2 January 17 (unspecified year): Both sides claim to have spoken.
  3. 3 January 20 (unspecified year): Trump takes office.
  4. 4 April (unspecified year): China suspends exports of critical minerals and magnets.
  5. 5 May 12 (unspecified year): Countries struck a 90-day deal to roll back some tariffs.
  6. 6 Recent weeks: Accusations between Washington and Beijing over 'rare earths' minerals.
  7. 7 Thursday, June 5, 2025: Trump and Xi agree to further talks via phone call.
  • Further trade talks expected between the U.S. and China
  • Continued uncertainty for investors and businesses due to trade tensions
  • Potential impact on corporate earnings and global supply chains
  • Ongoing litigation in U.S. courts regarding tariffs
What: U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed to further talks to settle trade disputes.
When: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Where: Phone call between leaders; future meetings at a location to be determined.
Why: To hash out differences on tariffs and 'rare earths' minerals that have roiled the global economy, and to address broader concerns straining the bilateral relationship.
How: Through a phone call between President Trump and President Xi, leading to an agreement for their respective teams to meet.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agreed to further talks to resolve trade disputes, including tariffs and 'rare earths' minerals, following a phone call on Thursday. This agreement comes amidst ongoing trade tensions and accusations, with a previous 90-day deal proving tenuous.