Core Viewpoint - Trump is urging China to significantly increase its soybean purchases from the U.S. to reduce the trade deficit, claiming that American farmers can provide the highest quality soybeans [1][3][19]. Group 1: Trade Dynamics - In 2016, U.S. soybeans accounted for over 40% of China's soybean imports, but this changed drastically due to the tariff war initiated by Trump, which led to a 23% retaliatory tariff on U.S. agricultural products, including soybeans [5][12]. - By 2024, the U.S. soybean export value to China is projected to be approximately $12.6 billion, representing more than half of the total exports, but this is expected to decline significantly by 2025 if orders cease [7][12]. Group 2: Market Shifts - China has proactively sought stable soybean import agreements with countries like Brazil, which now supplies over 70% of China's soybean market, while the U.S. share has dropped to around 20% [10][12]. - Brazilian soybeans are approximately 15% cheaper than U.S. soybeans and do not face additional tariff barriers, making them a more attractive option for China [12][14]. Group 3: Political Implications - Trump's appeal to China reflects a sense of urgency as American farmers, particularly in Republican strongholds, face financial distress due to the trade war [7][17]. - The ongoing trade negotiations and the temporary suspension of tariffs indicate a complex relationship, with both sides retaining leverage and the potential for future negotiations remaining uncertain [21][23].

Group 1 - The core point of the article is that Trump's request for China to purchase more U.S. soybeans reflects a significant shift in his approach to trade negotiations, driven by the need to address domestic agricultural concerns and reduce the trade deficit with China [2][7][8] - The first reason for Trump's request is that China is the only major market capable of consuming U.S. soybeans, with China's soybean consumption reaching 117 million tons last year, accounting for 85% of global soybean trade [3][5] - The second reason is to reduce the substantial trade deficit with China, which is nearly $300 billion. By increasing soybean purchases from $12 billion to $48 billion, it could significantly help in addressing this deficit [5][7] Group 2 - The third reason relates to the upcoming midterm elections in the U.S., where agricultural states, which are key Republican strongholds, have been adversely affected by Trump's trade policies, particularly the soybean farmers [7][12] - Trump's strategy towards China has changed from a hardline approach to a more conciliatory one, as he realizes the importance of the Chinese market and the need for negotiations rather than confrontations [8][12] - The article highlights that Trump's previous attempts to solicit purchases from China, such as oil, were ignored, indicating a need for genuine engagement and respect for China's position in trade discussions [12][15]

【简介】商务部部长王文涛7月18日在国务院新闻办新闻发布会上说，中国是美国最大的货物贸易 逆差国，美国又是中国最大的服务贸易逆差国，体现了优势互补。 【纠错】 【责任编辑:邱丽芳】 新华社国内部出品 记者：蒋志强 ...

Core Viewpoint - China's customs data indicates that imports of three major energy products from the United States have dropped to zero, raising concerns about the difficulty of upcoming US-China negotiations [1][3]. Group 1: Energy Imports - In June, the total amount of crude oil imported from the US to China was zero for the first time in three years, compared to $80 million in the same month last year [3]. - Liquefied natural gas imports from the US have also reached zero, and coal imports have drastically decreased from $90 million last June to just a few hundred dollars [5]. - Overall, in 2024, China is projected to import $74 billion worth of energy products from the US, which accounted for 6.37% of total imports from the US that year [5]. Group 2: Trade Relations and Negotiations - The cessation of energy imports signals a return to tense relations reminiscent of the peak of the trade war during Trump's first term, where a commitment was made to purchase $200 billion in US goods, including energy products [7]. - The reduction in energy imports could exacerbate the US trade deficit and impact the recovery of the US manufacturing sector, which is a priority for the Trump administration [7]. - China is leveraging its position by withholding energy purchases, potentially increasing its bargaining power in negotiations with the US [7].

中国大使一针见血的质问，揭露中美贸易逆差难解的原因。当美国既想赚中国钱，又要搞技术封锁，这 场贸易困局该如何破解？ 当中国驻美大使谢锋在美国商界精英云集的晚宴上，抛出那句"我想买的你不卖，怎么解决逆 差？"时，现场想必有不少美国企业家暗自点头。 【谢锋大使揭露中美贸易逆差难解原因】 这句话不仅戳穿了美国政客们，长期鼓吹的"中国贸易不公平论"的虚伪面具，更揭示了一个被刻意掩盖 的真相：中美贸易失衡的根源，恰恰在于美国自己筑起的技术封锁高墙。 美国政客们总喜欢拿着贸易逆差数据对中国指手画脚，仿佛中国占了多大便宜似的。 但谢锋大使近日出席中美贸易全国委员会，2025年度庆典晚宴时，就直接撕破了这层窗户纸——贸易逆 差根本不等同于吃亏，这完全是一种"选择性统计"的把戏。 看看这些鲜活的数字：中国作为美国第二大进口来源国，那些物美价廉的中国商品，实实在在地压低了 美国的通胀水平，让普通美国家庭的生活成本得以控制。 【中美贸易关系密切】 而中国作为美国第三大出口市场，每年为美国直接创造了超过86万个就业岗位。更不用说在服务贸易领 域，中国可是美国最大的顺差来源国，在华美国企业的年销售额，远超在美中国企业的表现。 最讽刺的 ...