US and Chinese officials meet in Paris to ease trade tensions and prepare for a Trump–Xi summit, discussing tariffs, Section 301 probes and global energy security.

US-China launch trade talks in Paris to pave way for Trump-Xi summit amid Iran war

Current tariffs remain at 30% on Chinese imports to the US and 10% on US goods to China, benefiting American retailers ahead of the holiday season. Analysts view this extension as temporary relief, raising hopes for a potential deal amidst ongoing negotiations.

US, China extend tariff truce by 90 days, avert near-total trade freeze

As the August 12 tariff deadline nears, Bessent optimism signals progress but Trump hardline stance keeps pressure high on US–China trade talks.

Bessent points to ‘makings of a deal’ between US and China amid tariff tension

Without an agreement by August 12, existing US tariffs on Chinese imports could escalate significantly. While previous talks led to temporary tariff pauses, core ideological issues remain unresolved. 

US, China seek 90-day trade ceasefire in fresh round of talks

With gold up over 25% this year due to geopolitical tensions, recent agreements ease investor anxiety. Traders anticipate Federal Reserve commentary this week, while bullish sentiment persists despite the market recent softness. Silver stayed stable, while platinum and palladium gained modestly.

Gold eases as US–EU trade deal tempers haven demand

China has warned Asian nations against siding with the US in trade realignment efforts, as Washington reactivates steep tariffs on Chinese goods.

China threatens retaliation as Trump signals new tariff escalation

A US-China trade breakthrough is in sight as Trump confirms a deal on rare earths and student visas, but critical details remain unclear.

US-China trade truce 2.0? Trump says deal is ‘done’ with fixed 55% tariff regime

Trump in a post on Truth Social, laid out the details of the deal, saying that full magnets and any necessary rare earths will be supplied to the US.

'RELATIONSHIP IS EXCELLENT': US-China finalise trade deal, Trump announces | From tariffs to rare earths - All details inside

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick expressed optimism, saying that concerns regarding rare earths “will be resolved.” Although the framework requires approval from leaders in Washington and Beijing, the officials said.

US, China officials agree to ‘framework’ after trade talks in London, say concerns over rare earths ‘will be resolved’

The recent negotiations at the UK’s historic Lancaster House were followed by the trade talks in Geneva last month, after which a temporary agreement to lower tariffs was reached.

US-China trade talks ‘going well’ as Treasury chief Bessent returns to Washington

Despite the lack of significant achievements, US President Donald Trump voiced confidence. 

US-China trade talks enter day two in London as Rare Earths dominates agenda

While the US seeks clarity on rare earths and export controls, China is pushing for a rollback of technology restrictions and assurances over market access.

Rare earths, visas and chips take the center stage as US-China resume trade talks in London

United States President Donald Trump refrained from imposing tougher sanctions on Chinese officials blamed for a violent crackdown on Uighur Muslims in Xingjian province because of concern such measures would have interfered with trade negotiations with China.

Trump held off Xinjiang sanctions due to US-China trade talks

The full text of a partial US-China trade deal will be released only after it is signed next week, the White House said on Friday. After nearly two years of escalating conflict, US President Donald Trump and top Chinese trade envoy Liu He are due to sign a "phase one" agreement on January 15.

Details of US-China deal to be published after signing: White House

"Phase one" trade deal with the United States has been reached, China announced on Friday as reported by news agency AFP. Beijing added that Washington will be removing tariffs 'phase by phase,' AFP reported.

'Phase one' trade deal reached with US: China 

China's foreign minister on Friday accused the United States of "seriously" damaging trust between the two countries amid tensions over human rights in Xinjiang and protests in Hong Kong.

China accuses US of 'seriously' damaging bilateral trust

World stocks hit a record high on Thursday, passing an all-time peak set in early 2018, on investor enthusiasm the United States and China were close to an initial deal to defuse a prolonged trade war.

World stocks hit all time high after Trump tweets 'close to China deal'

China's exports in November shrank for the fourth consecutive month, underscoring persistent pressures on manufacturers from the Sino-U.S. war but growth in imports may be a sign that Beijing's stimulus steps are helping to stoke demand.

China November exports fall, but import growth hints of recovering demand

Indian shares rose on Friday, in line with gains in broader Asia, as investors cheered US President Donald Trump's latest comments saying trade talks with China were moving on track.

Nifty, Sensex track broader Asia higher as Trump's comments renew trade hopes

White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow said on Friday that the December 15 deadline is still in place for a new round of US tariffs set to kick in on Chinese goods, but President Donald Trump likes where trade talks with China are going.

Kudlow reaffirms December 15 deadline, says US-China trade talks close

US-China trade talks are set to continue with a telephone call on Friday as both sides seek to hammer out a phase one trade pact, US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said, adding that progress was being made on the agreement's details.

US, China trade talks to continue Friday: US commerce chief

The United States and China on Friday said they made progress in talks aimed at defusing a nearly 16-month-long trade war that has harmed the global economy, and US officials said a deal could be signed this month.

US-China trade deal in sight after progress in high-level talks

Top US and Chinese trade negotiators will talk again on Friday, China said, as uncertainty swirls over the cancellation of the APEC summit where leaders of the two countries had been expected to meet.

US, China top trade negotiators to talk again on Friday

President Donald Trump on Friday said Chinese and American officials were working toward meaningful progress in trade talks, boosting hopes for a detente in the two economies' damaging trade war.

Donald Trump says 'warmer feelings' in US-China trade talks

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