US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Geneva, marking the first high-level exchange since Donald Trump imposed steep tariffs on Chinese goods, which reached 145% by mid-April. Beijing retaliated with 125% duties on US products, creating a tense trade environment. Despite low expectations for a quick resolution, business leaders view the meeting as a positive step towards renewed dialogue.
Jens Eskelund, President of the EU Chamber of Commerce in China, expressed relief that both sides are finally engaging in talks, highlighting previous concerns over the lack of communication. While China remains defiant, the tariffs are impacting its economy and financial markets, with analysts warning of potential recession risks for the US.
This video summary was created by AI from the original DW script. It was edited by a journalist before publication.