President Trump has confirmed that he has no plans to speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, despite ongoing tensions over trade and geopolitical issues. A U.S. official told the Wall Street Journal that no call is scheduled between the two leaders, contradicting earlier speculation from trade adviser Peter Navarro.
This comes as China continues to push back against U.S. tariff policies and diplomatic pressure. Trump has previously stated that he would not initiate contact with Xi, emphasizing that any negotiations would be on American terms. Beijing has urged Washington to stop “misleading the public” on trade discussions, signaling frustration over the lack of direct engagement.
The absence of communication raises questions about the future of U.S.-China relations, particularly as tensions over trade, Taiwan, and military activity in the South China Sea remain high.
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https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-chinas-xi-not-speak-172616751.html
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