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Trump and Xi to Discuss Trade Amid Tensions

10/13/2025

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Trump is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea later this month to address escalating trade tensions.
China expanded export controls on rare earth elements, prompting Trump to threaten 100% tariffs on Chinese goods.
Bessent cited weekend talks as signaling potential de-escalation and said forthcoming Washington meetings will focus on trade amid market volatility.

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Historical Context

The Tiananmen Square protests in 1989 prompted the U.S. to impose $1.5 billion in trade sanctions against China, straining relations. Today, trade tensions resurface as President Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Chinese goods, reflecting ongoing disputes over human rights and economic policies. These historical conflicts could significantly reshape global economic alliances and market stability.

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Story summary

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Trump is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea later this month to address escalating trade tensions.
China expanded export controls on rare earth elements, prompting Trump to threaten 100% tariffs on Chinese goods.
Bessent cited weekend talks as signaling potential de-escalation and said forthcoming Washington meetings will focus on trade amid market volatility.

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