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Editorial: La Vanguardia

  • US President Donald Trump, despite previous threats, has admitted a trade agreement with China is possible.
  • Both powers have shown a commitment to establish new discussions over their trade differences.
  • The US uses a tariff threat to pressure China to implement measures to decrease the trade deficit.
  • The Treasury Secretary has reiterated the US's commitment to implement policies that protect its economy and national security.
  • The trade war has already begun, with each country imposing tariffs on the other's products.
  • Trump also threatens to apply additional tariffs of 25% to reduce the trade deficit.
  • Trump's protectionist policy could translate into a decrease in global economic growth.
  • Additional tensions between China and the US exist over the sovereignty of Taiwan and technological rivalry.

Conclusion: Despite current challenges, there has been a mutual call to ease tensions and establish dialogue, emphasizing the need for global stability.