WASHINGTON – The American president Donald Trump said on Saturday that trade talks held in Switzerland with China resulted in a "total reset" of economic relations between the two powers, welcoming major progress made during the meeting, which was described as "constructive and friendly."
In a message posted on his Truth Social platform, Trump said: "A very good meeting today with China in Switzerland. A lot of topics were discussed and a lot of deals were made." He said that one of the United States' major goals was to see China "open up more to American companies."
Without revealing the details of the agreements reached, the American president insisted on the decisive nature of these exchanges, declaring emphatically: "GREAT PROGRESS HAS BEEN MADE!!!"
The statement comes as trade tensions between Washington and Beijing have peaked in recent months, fueled by mutual tariff hikes exceeding 100%, accusations of unfair trade practices, and disagreements over capital flows and market access.
The Geneva talks, which began Friday amid a climate of mistrust, brought together U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng. It was the first direct meeting at this level since the tariff escalation began in the spring.
The US president has already hinted that he could grant tariff exemptions to China provided Beijing offers "meaningful trade terms." The Chinese government, for its part, insists on a balanced approach and calls for an end to what it considers unilateral protectionist measures.
Trump's enthusiastic statement appears to reassure markets and revive prospects for a new comprehensive trade agreement, although observers remain cautious about the true scope of the commitments made so far. Negotiations are due to continue on Sunday, according to Swiss diplomatic sources.
