Trump Speaks With Xi Amid Stalled Tariff Talks
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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, have spoken amid stalled negotiations between both countries over tariffs that have roiled global trade.
The discussion on June 5 followed Trump suggesting it was tough to reach a deal with Xi.
“I like President XI of China, always have, and always will, but he is VERY TOUGH, AND EXTREMELY HARD TO MAKE A DEAL WITH!!!,” Trump posted June 4 on his social media site.
Trade negotiations between the United States and China stalled shortly after a May 12 agreement between both countries to reduce their tariff rates in order to have talks.
I like President XI of China, always have, and always will, but he is VERY TOUGH, AND EXTREMELY HARD TO MAKE A DEAL WITH!!! (TS: 04 Jun 06:17 UTC) — Trump Truth Social Posts On X (@TrumpTruthOnX)
Behind the gridlock has been the continued competition for an economic edge.
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