Ninety-Day US-China Fragile Truce: Interim Measures and Enduring Disputes
In May 2025, the United States and China—two of the world’s largest economies—agreed to a 90-day pause in their escalating trade war. Both nations sharply reduced tariffs on each other’s goods, offering temporary relief to businesses and global markets. While this truce signals a positive step toward easing tensions, key issues like technology, copyright, and trade rules remain unresolved. Experts warn the agreement is only a short-term break, with the potential for renewed conflict if lasting solutions aren’t reached.