Talks in Madrid mark the fourth U.S.–China negotiation in 2024, following Geneva, London, and Stockholm. Discussions cover tariffs, TikTok’s future, semiconductor restrictions, and Russian oil trade pressure. Bilateral trade topped $665B in 2023, with projections crossing $700B by 2025 if barriers ease. Experts predict incremental progress, with major deals likely postponed until a possible Trump–Xi … Continue reading Sunshine, Strategy, and Suspicion: Will Madrid’s Charm Help U.S. and China Break Their Trade Deadlock?