Trump Team Hold Key Meeting With China

Beijing Faces Tough Questions as U.S. Doubles Down on Fair Trade, National Security, and Economic Sovereignty

In a powerful move to defend American industry and restore economic sovereignty, two of President Trump’s top trade officials—Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer—are heading to Switzerland this week for pivotal meetings with Chinese delegates.

“We’re working to rebalance the international economic system to better serve America’s interests,” Bessent said in a public statement ahead of the trip.

Bessent will meet with both the Swiss president and a senior Chinese economic official in Bern on Thursday. Meanwhile, Greer will travel to Geneva for talks with representatives from the World Trade Organization (WTO) and a one-on-one with his Chinese counterpart. These discussions represent the first official talks between Washington and Beijing since tensions flared over Trump’s sweeping tariffs.

Tariffs, Fentanyl, and America First: The Real Story Behind the Talks

President Trump has made it clear: the days of one-sided trade deals are over. In April, the administration implemented reciprocal tariffs on nations that have long taken advantage of the U.S., including China, Japan, South Korea, India, the European Union, and Thailand.

While Trump offered a 90-day grace period reducing some tariffs to 10%, China was specifically excluded. Instead, the administration increased tariffs on Chinese imports to 125%, building on an earlier 20% penalty. The reason? China’s role in flooding American streets with deadly fentanyl.

“You cannot reward a regime that profits from poisoning our people,” said one senior Trump official.

China responded with retaliatory measures—hiking tariffs on U.S. products—sparking concerns over rising costs. But the White House is holding firm.

No Deal Yet—And That’s a Good Thing, Say Trump Officials

Despite media speculation, Secretary Bessent confirmed there is no ongoing trade deal in the works with China. President Trump himself indicated that any future agreements—whether with China, South Korea, Japan, or the U.K.—may not follow traditional models, hinting at a bold, America-centric strategy.

Instead of prioritizing globalist trade systems that benefit foreign powers, Trump’s team is fighting for fairness, accountability, and national security—a message that resonates deeply with working Americans and retirees who have seen decades of outsourcing and lost manufacturing jobs.

Why This Matters: Protecting the American Dream

As inflation, foreign influence, and drug trafficking continue to impact American families, the Trump administration is making it clear: America comes first. These Switzerland meetings may be diplomatic, but the message is strong—no more free rides for China.

With the world watching, President Trump’s bold trade policy continues to challenge the status quo—and offers hope for a future where American workers, businesses, and families finally get the deal they deserve.