Trump Announces TikTok Agreement Amid Positive US-China Trade Talks; Meeting with Xi Jinping Scheduled for Next Friday

President Donald Trump recently announced that an agreement has been reached with China concerning the future of the popular social media app TikTok, which has been a contentious issue due to concerns over data security and Chinese government influence. Trump revealed that the deal involves a “certain” company, which young people in the U.S. very much wanted to save, implying that TikTok will continue to operate under terms agreeable to U.S. national security concerns. This announcement followed successful trade discussions between the U.S. and China held in Europe, where both sides worked to de-escalate trade tensions and temporarily lower tariffs.

Additionally, Trump confirmed that he will be speaking with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the upcoming Friday to further discuss trade relations and other ongoing matters, including the TikTok issue. This would be a continuation of efforts to stabilize U.S.-China relations after months of tariff conflicts and negotiations. The meeting reflects a positive yet cautious step toward a more strategic economic dialogue between the two countries.

These developments come as both nations aim to address longstanding economic disputes, including tariffs, trade imbalances, and data security concerns, while attempting to find common ground on emerging tech-related issues such as the ownership and operation of TikTok in the United States. The expected Trump-Xi discussion next Friday marks a significant diplomatic moment in this evolving relationship.cbsaustin+3