Xi Jinping Urges Trump to Halt Unilateral Tariffs Amid TikTok Talks

In a call with President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the U.S. to cease unilateral tariffs while expressing readiness for TikTok negotiations. The discussion underlined China's adherence to market rules and the desire for solutions aligned with Chinese laws.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged U.S. President Donald Trump to cease imposing unilateral tariffs, as both sides welcome further negotiations over TikTok. This call, the first in three months, has been described as positive and constructive, according to Chinese state media.

In the conversation, President Xi emphasized China's respect for corporate autonomy and outlined the country's stance on reaching mutually agreeable solutions based on market principles, all while adhering to Chinese laws and regulations.

The future of TikTok remained unresolved, as the Chinese government expressed hope for a balanced resolution. While the White House has yet to comment on the matter, the issue remains a pivotal point in U.S.-China trade relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)