26-07-2025

Trump's Trade Talks with EU, China Continue

Date: 26-07-2025
Sources: cbsnews.com: 1 | cnbc.com: 1 | scmp.com: 1
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Source: cbsnews.com

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Summary

US President Donald Trump's trade talks with the EU and China are ongoing, with a meeting scheduled with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Scotland to discuss a potential trade deal and avoid tariffs. Meanwhile, Trump is planning a possible visit to China in autumn.

Key Points

  • Trump-EU trade deal has 50/50 chance before August 1 deadline
  • EU and US threaten tariffs on each other's imports if no deal is reached
  • Trump plans to visit China in autumn, potentially before or after Apec summit

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U.S.-EU trade deal still up in the air as Trump jets off to Scotland - CBS News

US President Donald Trump stated that there is a 50/50 chance of a US-EU trade deal before the August 1 deadline. The US has threatened to impose a 30% tariff on EU imports if a deal is not reached. The EU is prepared to impose levies on over $100 billion worth of US goods if no agreement is made. Trade experts suggest a potential deal could mirror the US-Japan agreement, with a 15% tariff on US imports.
Entities: Donald Trump, European Union, Scotland, United States, JapanTone: neutralSentiment: neutralIntent: inform

EU chief to meet Trump in Scotland in push to secure a US trade deal

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to meet with US President Donald Trump in Scotland to discuss a potential trade deal between the EU and the US, with a focus on avoiding a 30% tariff on EU imports. The meeting comes amid growing optimism about a possible tariff breakthrough, with a current base-case scenario including a 15% tariff on EU imports.
Entities: Ursula von der Leyen, Donald Trump, European Commission, European Union, United StatesTone: analyticalSentiment: neutralIntent: inform

Exclusive | Trump eyes autumn China trip, but September visit off the table: sources | South China Morning Post

US President Donald Trump is planning to visit China in the autumn, with October or November being considered as potential months. The visit was initially speculated to be in September to attend the Victory Parade in Beijing, but this is now off the table. Trump may visit China before or after attending the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit in South Korea.
Entities: Donald Trump, China, United States, Beijing, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec)Tone: neutralSentiment: positiveIntent: inform