Trump and Xi Work to Keep TikTok Afloat Amid Trade Tensions

Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping discussed keeping TikTok operational in the U.S. and easing trade tensions during a phone call. This discussion precedes a potential in-person meeting at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, highlighting efforts to stabilize U.S.-China relations amid ongoing disputes.

Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping engaged in a phone conversation on Friday, reported Chinese state media. The conversation aimed to secure an agreement that would allow TikTok to continue operations in the U.S., easing the rising tensions between the two global superpowers.

The Chinese broadcaster CCTV provided no details on the nature of the talks. In contrast, the White House has yet to comment on the dialogue. Key agenda items also included ongoing trade disagreements.

This diplomatic effort may set the stage for a possible face-to-face meeting between the leaders during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South Korea from October 30 to November 1, as reported by Reuters.

(With inputs from agencies.)