中美关税暂停期限是否延长？外交部回应

Group 1 - The core issue revolves around the potential extension of the 90-day suspension of the 24% tariffs agreed upon during the high-level trade talks between China and the U.S. in May, with the deadline approaching on August 12 [1][2] - U.S. President Trump has not made a clear statement regarding the extension of the tariff suspension, raising concerns about a possible escalation in tensions between the two economies [1][2] - China's Foreign Ministry expressed hope for positive outcomes based on the consensus reached by the leaders of both countries, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and reciprocity in negotiations [1] Group 2 - Trump's recent social media post suggested that China is concerned about soybean shortages and urged China to significantly increase its orders of U.S. soybeans to reduce the trade deficit [1] - Despite Trump's claims, analysts indicate that there is little evidence to suggest that China is worried about soybean shortages, and China could source from South America if trade relations do not improve [2] - The U.S. government data shows that as of the end of July, China had not placed orders for the new season's soybeans, reflecting ongoing tensions [1][2] Group 3 - The U.S. administration is considering imposing new tariffs on Chinese imports in response to China's purchase of Russian oil, complicating the trade relationship further [2] - China's embassy in the U.S. defended its trade with Russia as compliant with international law, opposing U.S. unilateral sanctions and emphasizing that there are no winners in a tariff war [2] - Since May, the U.S. and China have held three rounds of trade talks in various locations, with the latest consensus being to continue the suspension of the 24% tariffs and corresponding countermeasures for another 90 days [2]