#USChinaTradeTalks
US-China trade talks resumed in London on June 9, 2025, after a recent phone call between Presidents Trump and Xi. These discussions aim to de-escalate trade tensions, which saw temporary tariff reductions earlier. Key sticking points include US restrictions on advanced semiconductors and Chinese rare earth mineral export curbs. While a fragile truce is in place, the broader goal is to address deep-seated issues like market access and technology competition, with both sides seeking a mutually beneficial outcome amidst persistent underlying friction.