Archive · 5 Jun 2025
Trump: China's Xi is 'Very Tough' to Negotiate With
President Trump said that China's leader, Xi Jinping, is difficult to make deals with.
This comes as the two countries have disagreements over how to trade with each other.
The US has been taking actions, such as limiting some exports and possibly revoking visas for students.
Both sides have different ideas about what is fair in trade.
The US and China were expected to have a call to talk about trade issues.
Trump called Xi Jinping 'very tough' and 'extremely hard to make a deal with' in a social media post.
The statement came after the two sides reached a tariff truce.
Tensions are rising between the US and China.
US officials are starting to revoke visas for Chinese students.
The White House indicated a call between Trump and Xi was expected that week.
- Who
- Donald Trump and Xi Jinping
- What
- Trump described Xi as 'very tough' to negotiate with, amid trade tensions.
- When
- June 2025
- Where
- The United States and China
- Why
- Tensions exist due to trade disputes and restrictions.
United States
China
Trade Disputes
United States
Imposing tariffs and restrictions.
China
Accuses the U.S. of introducing new discriminatory restrictions and vows retaliation.
- Trump's Statement
- Xi is 'very tough' and 'extremely hard to make a deal with'
- Stock Impact
- Chinese stocks in Hong Kong saw a slight decrease.
- Upcoming Call
- White House expected a call to take place that week.
- Date
- June 4, 2025
