‘The door is wide open’: China hints at willingness for trade talks while Trump hinted at tariff relief

China has expressed a renewed interest in trade negotiations with the United States, stating that dialogue is preferred over confrontation despite ongoing tariff tensions. While Beijing is prepared to defend its interests, it cautions against exerting maximum pressure while seeking cooperation. This message signals a strategic openness to de-escalation, contingent on mutually agreeable terms, amid concerns about global financial instability.