The United States and China have agreed to keep their tariff truce in place for another 90 days, giving negotiators more time to work through a wider set of trade disputes. Officials on both sides said the extension is meant to prevent a fresh escalation while talks remain ongoing.
The decision comes as the two largest economies continue to address long-running disagreements over tariffs, market access and other trade barriers. By preserving the current pause, both governments are avoiding an immediate return to higher duties that could pressure companies, supply chains and consumers.
The extension signals that neither side is ready to abandon diplomacy, even though major issues remain unresolved. The talks are expected to continue over the coming weeks as both countries seek a broader arrangement that can stabilize commercial ties and reduce uncertainty for global markets.
While the move lowers short-term tension, it does not resolve the underlying rift between Washington and Beijing. Any longer-term agreement will likely depend on progress in areas where the two governments have yet to reach common ground.
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