Trump Calls for Direct Talks With China Over Technology Restrictions

Trump Calls for Direct Talks With China Over Technology Restrictions

Trump says Washington wants fair competition while protecting U.S. technology and jobs as tensions grow over export controls and cross-border payment rules.

Richard Miniter
First Published: August 27, 2026, 12:56 PM ET

Donald J. Trump, the 47th president of the United States, called for direct talks with China as tensions grew over technology export controls, robotics and cross-border payment rules.