China seeks clarity on trade deal from Trump

US President Donald Trump has indicated he may meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping soon. This news follows Chinese scholars visiting the US for informal talks with the Trump administration. The scholars aimed to gain insight into what Trump expects from China regarding a potential trade deal. While Trump has been vocal about needing to prepare for a summit, China has not confirmed any upcoming meetings. The speculation comes as Trump’s new tariffs on China are set to take effect in April. Since returning to the White House, Trump has sparked trade disputes not only with China but also with Canada, Mexico, and the European Union. In response to Trump's tariffs, China has implemented retaliatory measures. These include increasing taxes on US agricultural products and suspending imports of goods from certain US companies. China is looking for clarity on Trump’s demands and a resolution that could lead to the removal of tariffs and eased restrictions on technology exports. Experts note that while China desires high-level talks, they would prefer if Trump visited China rather than the other way around. However, some officials in Trump's administration worry that a visit could give China an advantage in negotiations. They fear it may lead to long, unproductive talks similar to past experiences.