International Business and TradePolicy

Trade Truce Extension Proposed Amid China EV Safety Scrutiny and Tech Updates

Key financial figures are reportedly pushing for extended trade agreements between major economies as safety concerns emerge in China’s electric vehicle market. Meanwhile, technology giants continue advancing their product lines with latest chip innovations.

Trade Diplomacy Developments

Financial strategist Scott Bessent has reportedly proposed extending the Beijing-Washington trade truce, according to sources familiar with the matter. The proposal suggests a longer tariff pause if China delays plans to tighten control over critical rare earth minerals. This comes as G-7 finance chiefs are said to be considering a joint response to potential supply restrictions.

International Business and TradePolicy

US Offers China Trade Truce Extension in Exchange for Rare Earth Export Delay

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has presented China with a potential path out of the ongoing trade standoff, offering to extend the current tariff truce in exchange for delaying implementation of rare earth export controls. The proposal comes as both nations approach a potential presidential summit later this month in South Korea.

US Proposes Trade Compromise Amid Rare Earth Tensions

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has adopted a dual approach in the latest China trade negotiations, according to reports from Washington, simultaneously criticizing Chinese officials while offering a potential compromise to resolve the escalating rare earth elements dispute.