Published on, Sept. 15 -- September 15, 2025 5:26 PM

Trade talks between the United States and China resumed in Madrid on Monday, as both nations aim to resolve ongoing disputes in trade and technology. The discussions, led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, began at Spain's foreign ministry. The talks are expected to continue until Wednesday, with a focus on key issues that have strained relations between the world's two largest economies.

The negotiations come at a critical time, with two major points of contention on the agenda. First, President Donald Trump's threat of imposing steep tariffs on Chinese imports remains unresolved. Second, the US has demanded that the popular app TikTok be sold ...