Did the U.S. and China reach agreement on tariffs during Trump’s summit with Xi Jinping, and what did Trump say about it?

No, the U.S. and China did not reach an agreement on tariffs during the summit; Trump explicitly stated, 'We didn’t discuss tariffs,' and added, 'They’re paying substantial tariffs, but we didn’t discuss.' The White House fact sheet was silent on tariffs, and while China’s Ministry of Commerce mentioned mutually cutting levies on certain products, it provided no specifics and noted that details were still under negotiation.

US Says China Agrees to Spend Billions on Agricultural Goods

Q: What specific agricultural purchase commitment did China make to the US according to the White House fact sheet?

According to the White House fact sheet, China agreed to purchase at least $17 billion of U.S. agricultural products annually through 2028.

May 17, 2026

China agreed to purchase at least $17 billion of US agricultural products annually through 2028, including soybeans and beef, following President Trump's summit. The White House confirmed restored market access for US meat exporters alongside broader trade discussions.

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