China Links US Farm Buys to Tariffs

China says increasing purchases of US agricultural goods depends on implementing a reciprocal tariff-cut agreement. The commerce ministry noted talks are ongoing as uncertainty remains over the timeline.

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China conditioned further purchases of United States agricultural goods on the implementation of a $60 billion reciprocal tariff-cut package during Thursday morning trade talks. The proposal follows a September presidential summit in Washington, though the bilateral trade agreement remains unfinalized. Lower import levies are vital for commercial viability, according to market traders.