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China Expected to Commit Billions to US Farm Purchases Following Trump-Xi Summit

Freightwatch Reporter

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Saturday, May 16, 2026

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said he anticipates China will pledge billions of dollars toward American agricultural imports as Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping conclude their Beijing summit. Greer indicated the purchase pledge would address trade imbalances in agricultural trade. The summit agenda also includes discussions of China's energy sourcing practices, including oil purchases from Iran. Trade tensions between Washington and Beijing have persisted despite recent diplomatic engagement. Greer emphasized that tariff measures implemented by the administration have prompted negotiations with multiple trading partners.

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