President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he expects to hold a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, even as Washington and Beijing face renewed friction over trade and technology. The comments point to a possible high-level effort to keep dialogue open between the world’s two largest economies.

The relationship has been strained by disputes over tariffs, market access, export controls, and competition in advanced technology. Both governments have taken steps that have deepened uncertainty for global businesses and raised concerns about further economic fallout.

Trump did not provide details on when the meeting might take place or what issues would be on the agenda. Still, the prospect of direct talks suggests both sides may be trying to manage escalating tensions without letting the conflict spill further into financial markets and supply chains.

Any discussion between the two leaders is likely to be watched closely by investors, manufacturers, and trading partners around the world. For now, the announcement signals that diplomacy remains possible even as the strategic rivalry between Washington and Beijing continues to harden.

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Trump says he will meet Xi as US-China trade tensions intensify