Trump Team Seeks Tariff Cuts, Rare Earths Relief in China Talks

Trump Says 80% Tariff on China ‘Seems Right’ Ahead of Negotiations

Provide news feedback or report an error

Confidential tip?

Send a tip to our reporters

Site feedback:

Take our Survey

By Shawn Donnan

May 8, 2025 at 9:50 PM EDT

Updated on

May 9, 2025 at 1:32 AM EDT

Supply Lines is a daily newsletter that tracks global trade. Sign up here.

The Trump administration is weighing a dramatic tariff reduction during weekend talks with China to de-escalate tensions and temper the economic pain both are already starting to feel.