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U.S. and China to Hold First Major Trade Talks Amid Trump-Era Tariff War

Senior U.S. and Chinese officials are scheduled to meet this weekend in Geneva, marking the first high-level trade talks between the two nations since President Donald Trump escalated a tariff war by imposing sweeping import duties.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will meet with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, the Chinese Commerce Ministry confirmed Tuesday. The talks are expected to focus on de-escalating tensions and addressing the growing economic fallout from the prolonged tariff dispute.

President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, announced on April 2, have triggered a sharp response from Beijing, with both sides continuously raising import duties. U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods now stand at 145%, while China has imposed retaliatory tariffs of 125% on American products.

The trade war has already disrupted supply chains, raised consumer prices, and prompted U.S. firms to cancel orders and delay investments. Economists warn that the impact is pushing the American economy toward a potential recession, with inflation affecting essentials like groceries, housing, and vehicles.

Treasury Secretary Bessent, testifying before Congress earlier Tuesday, confirmed that no formal negotiations had taken place with China, but expressed optimism about future trade deals with other key partners. He noted that the Geneva meeting signals the beginning of dialogue, not an immediate resolution.

A spokesperson for China’s Commerce Ministry stated that the decision to engage with the U.S. was made after “careful consideration of global expectations, Chinese interests, and the concerns of U.S. businesses and consumers.” However, the ministry emphasized that China would not compromise on its principles or international equity.

Trade expert Wendy Cutler of the Asia Society Policy Institute welcomed the upcoming meeting. “This is an important first step toward reducing tariffs and addressing economic concerns,” she said, adding that any substantial progress would take time.

During their trip to Switzerland, Bessent and Greer are also scheduled to meet Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter. Both American officials had previously engaged with Chinese counterparts before the onset of the trade conflict.

Greer, speaking to Fox News last month, described past talks with his Chinese counterpart as constructive, stressing that the administration’s trade strategy is aimed at revitalizing U.S. manufacturing and boosting wages—not isolating China.

The talks in Geneva could represent a turning point, but expectations remain cautious as both sides prepare for what may be a prolonged negotiation process

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