China’s ruling communist regime has repeatedly denied that it’s engaged in trade negotiations with the United States, as President Donald Trump said that talks were underway.
Beijing’s insistence on no discussion has sparked speculation about what might be unfolding behind the scenes.
The Trump administration has signaled openness to de-escalate trade tensions with China, and on April 16, the White House stated that it’s up to China to come to the negotiating table.
On April 17, China’s commerce ministry responded by calling on Washington to ease pressures. A ministry spokesperson added that they have maintained regular “working-level communication” with their U.S. counterpart, though specifics of those discussions were not disclosed….
Analysts Say Trade Talks With the US Are Ongoing, but China Can’t Say It
