U.S. and China conclude first day of talks in bid to ease trade war

The high-stakes U.S.-China trade negotiations in Geneva mark a historic opportunity for both nations to reduce tensions over tariffs following intense trade wars. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are leading the first in-person talks since the Trump administration imposed tariffs, with U.S. Trade Chief Jamieson Greer also participating. If progress is made early on, it could signal a potential shift toward resolving decades-long trade disputes, raising hope among stakeholders despite ongoing tensions.