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Trump, Xi Discuss Trade Boost Ahead of China Visit

2/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump described a positive February 4, 2026 call with Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China, on trade and global conflicts.
China agreed to boost soybean purchases from 12 million to 20 million tons for the current season.
The call occurred ahead of Trump's planned April visit to China.
Xi Jinping reiterated that Taiwan remains Chinese territory.
They also discussed oil and gas issues.

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U.S. President Donald Trump described a positive February 4, 2026 call with Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China, on trade and global conflicts.
China agreed to boost soybean purchases from 12 million to 20 million tons for the current season.
The call occurred ahead of Trump's planned April visit to China.
Xi Jinping reiterated that Taiwan remains Chinese territory.
They also discussed oil and gas issues.