Trump cuts tariffs on China after meeting Xi in South Korea

Reporting cited here

1. documented

   After meeting Xi, Trump said the United States would reduce fentanyl-related tariffs on Chinese goods from 20% to 10%, while U.S. officials announced Chinese commitments on rare-earth exports and soybean purchases; Associated Press cautioned that several terms were temporary or unconfirmed and largely unwound prior escalation.

   Announced tariff, rare-earth, and soybean terms; AP implementation caveats

   Trump announces tariff cuts and Chinese purchase commitments after Xi meeting · Terms announced; performance not assumed

2. documented

   Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping at Gimhae International Airport in Busan on October 30, 2025 for bilateral trade talks.

   White House gallery captions and AP meeting report

   Trump meets Xi in Busan for bilateral trade talks · Trump and Xi met in Busan on October 30, 2025