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U.S.-China Talks End Without Deal, Tariff Truce Extended

8/1/2025

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Bessent Prolongs Truce

U.S.-China trade talks in Stockholm wrapped up without a deal, yet both nations chose to prolong a tariff truce that was set to end on August 12. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remains hopeful for a resolution, despite analysts pointing out China's advantageous stance as tariffs escalate on other countries. Critical issues still linger unresolved.

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Bessent Reassures Partners

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reassured trading partners to remain calm as the August 1 tariff deadline approaches, asserting that the U.S. holds stronger leverage in negotiations. In contrast, Senate Democrats slammed President Trump for his perceived concessions to China, claiming it jeopardizes both U.S. negotiating strength and national security.

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Bessent Prolongs Truce

U.S.-China trade talks in Stockholm wrapped up without a deal, yet both nations chose to prolong a tariff truce that was set to end on August 12. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remains hopeful for a resolution, despite analysts pointing out China's advantageous stance as tariffs escalate on other countries. Critical issues still linger unresolved.

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