China, US explore TikTok deal amid easing tensions

As negotiations for the potential sale of TikTok heat up, President Trump has given the platform a 75-day grace period to find a buyer, following a law that would have banned it in the U.S. The Chinese government appears to be softening its previous opposition to a sale, with officials now suggesting that companies should make decisions based on market principles. Trump has proposed a joint venture model where the U.S. could hold a 50% stake in TikTok, a move that could reshape the operational landscape for Chinese companies in the U.S. Furthermore, TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, is reportedly open to talks with American investors, signaling a shift in the dynamics of U.S.-China trade relations. Analysts believe that both sides are motivated to reach a deal, given the implications for broader negotiations between the two nations. This evolving situation indicates a potential thaw in the tense atmosphere surrounding TikTok's future in the U.S.