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US-China trade talks to boost market sentiment in Asia, say strategists

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng said the world's two biggest economies agreed to create a mechanism for further discussions

'Total reset' in works, US-China tariff talks made great progress: Trump

Sensitive talks between US and Chinese delegations over tariffs that threaten to upend the global economy ended after a day of prolonged negotiations and will resume Sunday, an official told The Associated Press. Hours after the talks concluded, US President Donald Trump posted on social media that a reset on trade between both countries was being discussed. "A very good meeting today with China, in Switzerland. Many things discussed, much agreed to. A total reset negotiated in a friendly, but constructive, manner," Trump wrote. "We want to see, for the good of both China and the U.S., an opening up of China to American business. GREAT PROGRESS MADE!!!" The meeting lasted over 10 hours and featured Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and a delegation led by Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. The official who spoke to the AP requested anonymity because of the sensitivity of the talks, which could help stabilise world markets roiled by the US-China .

Wary investors hope US-China talks will ease high-stakes trade war

The highly anticipated meeting in Switzerland could mark one of the biggest developments since US President Donald Trump launched sweeping tariffs on April 2

US, China begin tariff talks in Geneva amid global trade concerns

The US Treasury Secretary and America's top trade negotiator began talks with high-ranking Chinese officials in Switzerland Saturday aiming to de-escalate a dispute that threatens to cut off trade between the world's two biggest economies and damage the global economy. The Xinhua News Agency says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer have begun meetings in Geneva with a Chinese delegation led by Vice Premier He Lifeng. Diplomats from both sides also confirmed that the talks have begun but spoke anonymously and the exact location of the talks wasn't made public. Prospects for a major breakthrough appear dim. But there is hope that the two countries will scale back the massive taxes tariffs they've slapped on each other's goods, a move that would relieve world financial markets and companies on both sides of the Pacific Ocean that depend on US-China trade. US President Donald Trump last month raised US tariffs on China to a combined 145%, and .

US, China officials to meet in Geneva for tariff talks amid hopes globally

The US treasury secretary and America's top trade negotiator will meet with high-ranking Chinese officials in Switzerland this weekend to de-escalate a dispute that threatens to cut off trade between the world's two biggest economies and to damage global commerce. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will meet in Geneva with a Chinese delegation led by Vice Premier He Lifeng. Prospects for a major breakthrough appear dim. But there is hope that the two countries will scale back the massive taxes tariffs they've slapped on each other's goods, a move that would relieve world financial markets and companies on both sides of the Pacific Ocean that depend on US-China trade. US President Donald Trump last month raised U.S. tariffs on China to a combined 145%, and China retaliated by hitting American imports with a 125% levy. Tariffs that high essentially amount to the countries' boycotting each other's products, disrupting trade that last year topp

Baseline tariff 10% on all trade unless 'exceptional' offer made: Trump

After a UK trade deal retaining a 10% tariff, US officials urge Trump to maintain at least 10% levies on all imports to curb the trade deficit and boost domestic manufacturing

80% tariff on China 'seems right,' says Trump ahead of key trade talks

Trump signals tariff cut from 145% to 80% on Chinese goods ahead of US-China trade talks in Switzerland, marking a possible shift in his ongoing trade war stance

Trump team eyes tariff cuts, rare earths relief in China trade talks

The talks are expected to be exploratory, focusing on airing grievances rather than resolving the many issues between the US and China, according to people familiar with the matter

China expresses confidence in ability to manage trade tensions with US

The weekend talks involving top US and Chinese economic and trade officials are widely seen as a first step towards resolving a trade war

From Apple to GM, Trump tariffs to cost companies tens of billions

Among US companies that have disclosed financial projections so far, GM sees a $5 billion hit this year, while Apple expects $900 million in higher costs in the current quarter

Trump hints at major trade deal with 'big, highly respected nation' today

The news conference, according to Indian time, will take place at 7:30 pm today. However, Donald Trump has not specified the country to which he was referring

No plans to lower China's 145% tariffs to boost trade talks, says Trump

China said the US requested the upcoming trade talks, but remained firmly opposed to Trump's tariff hikes as Washington refuses to reduce duties ahead of negotiations

Who is He Lifeng, the Chinese official leading high-stakes US trade talks?

He Lifeng, China's Vice Premier and close ally of Xi Jinping, is set to lead crucial trade talks with the US in Switzerland amid rising tensions, as both sides face escalating tariffs

'Arranged at the request of the US': China on high-level trade talks

US-China trade war: Beijing urges respectful dialogue ahead of high-level trade talks with Washington in Switzerland

Top Trump officials to meet with Chinese counterparts amid trade war

Top US officials are set to meet with a high-level Chinese delegation this weekend in Switzerland, the administration announced Tuesday, in the first major talks between the two nations since President Donald Trump sparked a trade war with stiff tariffs on imports. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and trade representative Jamieson Greer will meet with their counterparts in Geneva in the most-senior known conversations between the two countries in months. It comes amid growing US market worry over the impact of the tariffs on the prices and supply of consumer goods. Trump had claimed previously that the US and China were holding negotiations on lowering tariffs, which Beijing has denied, saying Trump must first lower his stiff tariffs. Bessent earlier Tuesday testified to a House committee that the US and China have not engaged in negotiations but as early as this week, the US will be announcing trade deals with some of the US' largest trading partners. The Chinese Commerce Ministry

Dollar under pressure as fading trade hopes boost rise of Asian currencies

The dollar was last down 0.5% on the Japanese yen at 142.99, and also lost ground versus European currencies with the euro and pound both up 0.2% at $1.1341 and $1.3328 respectively

Trump tariffs fear makes Japan walk delicate tightrope between US, China

Just as Japan's top trade negotiator travelled to Washington for another round of tariff talks last week, a bipartisan delegation bearing the name of Japan-China Friendship wrapped up a visit to Beijing. A week earlier, the head of the junior party in Japan's ruling coalition was in Beijing delivering a letter from Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba addressed to Chinese President Xi Jinping. Details of the letter are unknown, but the two sides discussed US tariffs in addition to bilateral issues. Among all US allies being wooed by Beijing in its tariff stare-down with Washington, Japan stands out. It is a peculiar case not only for its staunch commitment to its alliance with the United States but also for its complicated and uneasy history with the neighbouring Asian giant particularly the war history from the 20th century that still casts a shadow over the politics of today. On one hand, they are neighbours and they are important economic partners. There's a lot that connects

Chinese exporters turn to 'origin washing' to dodge steep Trump tariffs

Chinese exporters are using repackaging, mislabeling, and rerouting tactics to avoid steep Trump-era tariffs, raising alarm across Asian trade hubs and customs agencies

'I set the deal': Trump says trade agreements may come as soon as this week

While Trump did not name countries, he suggested trade deals may be finalised within weeks as talks progress with several nations including India amid tariff tensions and slowdown fears

Indian refiners target cheaper US LPG imports with help from China tariffs

Advent of US LPG will enhance India's security of supply