China Says in Touch with U.S. on Phase 1 Deal

The transcript discusses the ongoing trade talks between the US and China, highlighting skepticism about the language and commitments involved. Initial statements from Xinhua and confirmations from the UST are mentioned, along with discussions on agricultural purchases and the phase one deal. Intellectual property and tariff rollback are also key topics, with China showing some movement on IP and pushing for tariff rollbacks. The transcript concludes with ongoing discussions and the potential deadline of December 15th for additional US tariffs, emphasizing the cautious optimism and question marks surrounding the trade deal.

What issues were likely discussed during the call between the two sides?

How did the two sides express their intentions regarding future discussions?