Bloomberg News Now April 30, 2025: US Says Trade Deals 'Close', US-Ukraine Minerals Agreement, More
May 1, 2025
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U.S.-China Trade Talk Dynamics
- The U.S. government reached out to China for trade talks amid tariff tensions.
- China insists the U.S. must take meaningful action before talks occur.
Trump's Trade Negotiation Stance
- President Trump sees leverage in trade talks, claiming "they want us".
- He prioritizes deals but refuses to rush just to placate investors.
U.S.-Ukraine Resource Deal
- The U.S. gained privileged access to Ukrainian natural resources including aluminum and graphite.
- This signals U.S. commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and supports peace talks with Russia.