China stated its readiness to resume trade negotiations with the United States on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. This announcement followed President Trump's indication that tariffs on Chinese goods could be significantly reduced if a trade agreement is reached.
President Trump acknowledged that current U.S. tariffs on Chinese products are "very high." He suggested these tariffs would decrease substantially upon reaching a trade deal.
China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, emphasized that trade wars produce no winners. Guo affirmed China's openness to dialogue with the U.S., while also warning against inconsistent approaches from Washington.