US-China trade tensions: President Trump declares trade war, Bessent floats long truce
Uneasiness is lingering over the trade stance between US and China. US President Donald Trump has declared that America is back in a trade war with China. However, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is appearing to take a more conciliatory tone. He has hinted at an extended truce in exchange for a halt in China's recent export controls on rare earth elements. Nick Harper reports from Washington DC.
Uneasiness is lingering over the trade stance between US and China. US President Donald Trump has declared that America is back in a trade war with China. However, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is appearing to take a more conciliatory tone. He has hinted at an extended truce in exchange for a halt in China's recent export controls on rare earth elements. Nick Harper reports from Washington DC.