The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China has categorically rejected US President Donald Trump's claims that Beijing and Washington are engaged in trade tariff negotiations. At a briefing on April 24, 2025, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun called such claims false, stressing that no consultations or agreements on the issue had been held between the two countries. The denial was the latest sign of growing tensions in US-China relations, where trade policy remains one of the most contentious issues.

Guo Jiakun's statement came in response to recent comments by Trump, who claimed in interviews with American media that the United States and China were actively discussing a review of tariffs imposed as part of the 2018-2020 trade war. According to the president, these talks were supposed to lead to a mutually beneficial agreement that would help reduce economic pressure on both countries. However, Beijing's position, voiced by the Chinese Foreign Ministry, demonstrates that the Chinese side is either not ready for dialogue on Washington's terms or considers Trump's public statements an attempt to put pressure on domestic and international audiences. Guo Jiakun called on the American side to refrain from spreading false information, which, according to him, undermines trust between states.

Trade relations between the United States and China remain a key issue on the global agenda. As Bloomberg reported on April 23, 2025, the Trump administration is considering imposing new tariffs on Chinese goods, including electronics and automobiles, in response to Beijing’s alleged violations of international trade rules. These plans have raised concerns in Europe and Asia, where they fear a new round of trade war that could destabilize the global economy. At the same time, according to Reuters on April 22, 2025, China is stepping up efforts to diversify its trading partners, strengthening ties with ASEAN states and Latin American countries to reduce its dependence on the American market.