US-China Trade Talk has no more value

The trade war between the United States and China is heating up. On April 25, 2025, China firmly denied any trade talks with the US. This contradicts President Donald Trump’s claim that he spoke with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trump said Xi called him, but China’s government says no such call happened. At AMERICA NEWS WORLD (america112.com), we’re unpacking this dramatic standoff. What’s really going on? Let’s break it down.
Trump made waves in a Time magazine interview. He claimed Xi reached out to discuss tariffs. “He’s called,” Trump said. “I don’t think that’s a sign of weakness.” He didn’t share details about when or what was said. Instead, he hinted at progress, saying the US is “meeting with China.” Trump also suggested tariffs on Chinese goods, now at 145%, could drop “substantially.” This gave hope to jittery markets. But China quickly shut down the narrative.
On Thursday, China’s Commerce Ministry issued a blunt statement. “There are no consultations or negotiations between China and the US on tariff issues,” spokesperson He Yadong said, as reported by CNBC. The ministry called claims of talks “misleading.” It didn’t name Trump or Xi but stressed the US started the trade war. “If the US wants dialogue, it must stop threatening and remove all unilateral tariffs,” the statement read. This was a clear jab at Trump’s tactics.
Why does this matter? The US and China are the world’s biggest economies. Their trade war affects everyone. The US imposed 145% tariffs on Chinese goods. China hit back with 125% tariffs on American products. Prices are rising. Supply chains are crumbling. Stock markets are shaky. At AMERICA NEWS WORLD, we’ve seen readers in the USA and India searching for answers. On Quora, users ask, “Are Trump and Xi really talking?” Reddit threads buzz with theories. One user wrote, “Trump’s bluffing to calm markets.” Another said, “China’s not budging.”
Let’s look at the timeline. On April 2, Trump stunned the world with massive tariffs. He called them a way to stop China from “ripping off” the US. China retaliated fast, announcing duties before Wall Street opened on April 4. The Dow Jones dropped 800 points that day. Trump then paused tariffs on most countries for 90 days but kept them on China. He claimed 200 trade deals were in the works. Yet, he named no countries. China’s Foreign Ministry fired back. “The US can’t claim it wants a deal while exerting extreme pressure,” spokesperson Guo Jiakun said.
What’s China’s next move? Foreign Minister Wang Yi took a bold stance. He said China will follow international trade rules and fight “extreme egoism.” Speaking at a UN meeting, Wang accused the US of bullying. He vowed to work with other nations to expose this behavior. Meanwhile, Xi Jinping is on a Southeast Asia tour. He visited Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia. In a Vietnamese newspaper, Xi wrote, “There are no winners in a trade war.” He’s rallying allies to resist US pressure.
Trump’s team isn’t backing down. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “The ball is in China’s court.” But Beijing wants a US “point person” for talks, according to Bloomberg. China appointed Li Chenggang as its trade representative. This could signal they’re waiting for Trump to name an envoy. For now, communication is frozen. “The backchannels don’t work because Trump doesn’t want them,” said Ryan Hass, a former National Security Council official.
Here’s the data on the trade war’s impact:

US Tariffs on China: 145% on most goods (April 2025).
China’s Retaliatory Tariffs: 125% on US imports (April 2025).
Stock Market Loss: $2 trillion globally since April 2 (Bloomberg estimate).
US Consumer Price Increase: 5-7% on electronics, clothing (CNN).
China’s Export Drop: 12% to the US in Q1 2025 (Reuters).

Graph: US-China Trade War Tariff Escalation
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The graph shows how tariffs spiked in April. Both sides escalated fast. This tit-for-tat hurts businesses and shoppers. In the USA, Walmart warned of empty shelves. In India, tech firms fear higher phone prices.
What’s behind the disconnect? Trump’s claims don’t match China’s statements. Some say he’s exaggerating to calm markets. The Dow Jones rose 200 points after his Time interview. Others think Xi’s avoiding talks to look strong. “Xi can’t be seen caving,” said Daniel Russel, a former State Department official. Xi’s political power depends on defiance. He’s cast himself as China’s savior against US “blackmail.”
Fans on X are split. One post read, “Trump’s tariffs are working! China’s desperate.” Another said, “Xi’s playing chess while Trump’s bluffing.”
Trump’s softened tone is notable. After markets crashed, he said he’d be “very nice” to China. “We’ll live together happily,” he told reporters on April 22. He hinted at lowering tariffs if a deal is reached. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called the trade war “unsustainable.” Yet, China remains firm. “The US must make the first move,” said Commerce Ministry’s He Yadong. This deadlock could drag on.
What do readers want? On Brainly, someone asked, “Why is China denying talks?” It’s about pride and strategy. Xi won’t look weak. WikiHow suggests following news for trade updates. eHow recommends checking X for real-time takes. We’ve got you covered. Visit AMERICA NEWS WORLD (america112.com) for the latest. For more, read Reuters’ coverage on Xi’s Southeast Asia tour.

The bigger question: who blinks first? Trump wants a deal but won’t call Xi. Xi demands respect but won’t budge. Markets are bleeding. Shoppers are paying more. In the USA, voters are souring on Trump’s economy, per CBS News. In India, businesses brace for impact. This standoff could reshape global trade. For now, both sides dig in. What’s your take? Comment below and follow AMERICA NEWS WORLD (america112.com) for updates.

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