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Global Leaders Urge Open Trade Amid Rising Protectionism

10/28/2025

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Li Qiang Advocates Trade

China's Premier Li Qiang emphasized the importance of open trade and stronger economic ties at a regional summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, urging leaders to oppose protectionism and referencing U.S. tariffs.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed willingness to meet President Donald Trump to ease trade tensions, despite Trump's reluctance.
Brazilian President Lula reported positive discussions with Trump on tariff negotiations, while European Council President Antonio Costa raised concerns about China's export controls on critical raw materials affecting global supply chains.

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Trump and Xi Negotiate

U.S. President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping near a trade deal ahead of their 2019 meeting.
Officials in Kuala Lumpur report progress and a framework for APEC talks in South Korea.
The discussions include a potential deferral of China's rare-earth export controls and substantial purchases of U.S. agricultural products.
China announced export licensing rules for rare-earth materials, prompting Trump to threaten a 100 percent tariff.

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Li Qiang Advocates Trade

China's Premier Li Qiang emphasized the importance of open trade and stronger economic ties at a regional summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, urging leaders to oppose protectionism and referencing U.S. tariffs.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed willingness to meet President Donald Trump to ease trade tensions, despite Trump's reluctance.
Brazilian President Lula reported positive discussions with Trump on tariff negotiations, while European Council President Antonio Costa raised concerns about China's export controls on critical raw materials affecting global supply chains.

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