China's Xi Warns Against Disrupting Global Supply Chains After Trump Trade Truce

Following a meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, the two nations agreed to a one-year trade truce aimed at easing the ongoing trade war. Xi emphasized the importance of maintaining stable and unbroken global supply chains, urging countries to cooperate rather than disrupt these networks, a message he delivered at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. The agreement includes China resuming purchases of U.S. soybeans and pausing new export controls on rare earth minerals, while the U.S. agreed to reduce tariffs on certain goods, such as those related to fentanyl production. Despite the truce being seen as a temporary measure, both leaders highlighted dialogue over confrontation, though underlying tensions and strategic economic decoupling persist. The deal also paved the way for further diplomatic engagements, including talks between U.S. and Chinese defense officials. Observers caution that while the truce reduces immediate threats of escalating tariffs, the fragile nature of the agreement means future trade or security disputes could reignite tensions.