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High-Stakes Trade Talks: China and US Prepare for Showdown

10/24/2025

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Summary

He Lifeng Negotiates Trade

From October 24 to 27, 2025, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will meet United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Malaysia to discuss trade.
The talks follow China’s export controls on rare earths, seen by the United States as retaliation.
The United States President Donald Trump has threatened 100% tariffs if no deal emerges.
Experts warn that deep-rooted issues may hinder a comprehensive deal.

Summary

Trump Faces Rancher Backlash

U.S. President Donald Trump faces backlash from cattle ranchers over plans to increase low-tariff beef imports from Argentina to lower record prices.
Critics say the move undermines American farmers already strained by tariffs and market shifts.
Analysts warn that even with a potential trade deal, the U.S. may not regain prior soybean market share as China diversifies suppliers.

History

Historical Context

Since January 2018, escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China have been marked by tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, aimed at addressing alleged unfair trade practices and intellectual property theft. By 2019, tariffs on American imports had risen to 20.7%, while retaliatory measures from China included tariffs on $100 billion of U.S. goods, complicating global supply chains and impacting American farmers.

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He Lifeng Negotiates Trade

From October 24 to 27, 2025, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will meet United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Malaysia to discuss trade.
The talks follow China’s export controls on rare earths, seen by the United States as retaliation.
The United States President Donald Trump has threatened 100% tariffs if no deal emerges.
Experts warn that deep-rooted issues may hinder a comprehensive deal.

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