David Perdue Sworn In as China Ambassador

Former Georgia Senator David Perdue has been sworn in by President Donald Trump as the new U.S. ambassador to China during an Oval Office ceremony, highlighting Perdue's business and political experience. The appointment comes amid heightened tensions following Trump's imposition of 145% tariffs on Chinese goods and Beijing's retaliatory 125% tariffs. Perdue assumes his post just days before high-level trade talks in Geneva, where U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will meet with Chinese officials to seek a reduction in trade frictions. Trump praised Perdue for his expertise on Asia and emphasized his roles in addressing trade, fentanyl manufacturing, and Chinese military expansion. Perdue expressed pride in serving under Trump and underscored the significance of the diplomatic mission. The move has been met with cautious optimism as financial markets and businesses await potential progress in U.S.-China relations.