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China Denies Trump's Claims of Recent Talks with Xi Jinping

Beijing refutes U.S. president's assertion of communication, reiterating no trade negotiations are underway as tariff standoff persists.

U.S. President Donald Trump attends a bilateral meeting with China's President Xi Jinping during the G20 leaders summit in Osaka, Japan, June 29, 2019. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo
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Beijing has rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that Chinese leader Xi Jinping has called him recently.

Overview

  • The Chinese Foreign Ministry stated there has been no recent phone call between President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump.
  • Beijing emphasized that no consultations or negotiations on the tariff dispute are currently taking place between the two nations.
  • Trump claimed in a recent interview that Xi had called him, but publicly available records show their last call occurred on January 17, 2025.
  • The U.S. has imposed 145% tariffs on Chinese goods, with exemptions for electronics, while China has countered with 125% tariffs, partially rolling back levies on U.S. semiconductors.
  • China has dismissed Trump's willingness to ease tariffs, demanding a complete removal of U.S. trade barriers instead.