Donald Trump appears to be reconsidering his approach to the trade conflict with China, suggesting a potential reduction in tariffs. However, Beijing’s response has been lukewarm, with indications that China is bracing itself to navigate the economic challenges independently. Analysts believe Trump’s apparent pivot may be driven by internal political factors. The ongoing standoff is being characterized as an economic battle between the two global giants. Prospects for a summit between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping seem dim, as mutual mistrust continues to hamper diplomatic efforts.