Trump Xi Progress TikTok Deal Amid China Calls Fair Trade

Following a phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump stated that finalizing a TikTok ownership deal could become a "simple formality" and confirmed plans to visit China in early 2026. While Trump announced progress on the TikTok deal and described the call as "very productive," China offered a more cautious account, emphasizing the need for fair trade practices and adherence to market rules. Both leaders discussed broader cooperation, including efforts to address the Ukraine conflict, with Xi promising to work with the U.S. on ending the war. Trump and Xi are expected to meet at the upcoming APEC summit in South Korea, where they will continue dialogue, and they plan reciprocal visits to each other's countries. Taiwan's Presidential Office stated it is monitoring developments closely and maintaining strong ties with the U.S. amid these diplomatic exchanges. China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the conversation as "pragmatic, positive and constructive," providing strategic guidance for future bilateral relations.