China Sets Conditions for New US Trade Talks

China has signaled readiness to resume trade negotiations with the United States but insists that the Trump administration must demonstrate greater respect, stop disparaging remarks, and appoint a clear negotiation leader. Beijing also wants its concerns regarding sanctions and Taiwan addressed in any future talks. The trade war has escalated, with the U.S. imposing tariffs up to 145% on Chinese goods and China retaliating with 125% tariffs on U.S. imports, raising global economic fears. President Xi Jinping, during a Southeast Asia tour, has promoted multilateralism and adherence to international law, positioning China as a stable partner amid U.S. protectionism. Meanwhile, new U.S. technology restrictions, such as the ban on Nvidia's H20 chips to China, are further straining bilateral ties and affecting global markets. Both countries remain firm, with the U.S. seeking a deal and China demanding dialogue based on equality and mutual respect.