Trump Reportedly Says China Wants Deal but Don’t Know How To Start
President Donald Trump recently said that "China wants to make a deal, badly, but they don't know how to get it started", according to WatcherGuru.
This statement comes amid escalating trade tensions between the United States and China, characterized by a series of tariff implementations and retaliations over the past several months.
Recent Developments in U.S.-China Trade Relations
In April 2025, President Trump declared a national emergency to address what he described as a “large and persistent U.S. trade deficit.” This led to the imposition of a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, effective April 5, 2025, with higher tariffs for specific countries, including China, set to begin on April 9.
China responded by announcing additional tariffs of 34% on all U.S. goods, effective April 10. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated that if the U.S. insisted on pursuing a trade war, China would “fight to the end.”
Prospects for Negotiation
Despite the heightened tensions, both the U.S. and China have expressed interest in negotiations. However, as President Trump noted, initiating meaningful discussions has proven challenging. The complexity of global trade relationships, coupled with domestic political considerations, adds layers of difficulty to reaching a consensus.
In conclusion, while both the United States and China appear to seek resolution, the path to a trade agreement remains fraught with challenges. The historical backdrop of previous disputes and the current economic climate underscore the complexities involved in international trade negotiations.
Kosta Gushterov
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