After meeting in Geneva, the US and China begin new talks in London on Monday to extend the trade war truce, amid persistent economic tensions between the two powers

Negotiations between the US and China, led by senior officials, are taking place to maintain the trade truce agreed in Geneva. President Trump has expressed optimism, while China wants to normalize relations with Washington. The talks come after an escalation of tensions and accusations of deal-breaking. Beijing is also seeking to improve trade relations with other countries, including Japan, South Korea and Canada, as part of a broader strategy to diversify trade partnerships.