The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | October 30th, 2025: Trump’s Deal with Xi & The Return of U.S. Nuclear Tests
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Oct 30, 2025 Tensions ease as Trump and Xi Jinping reach agreements on tariffs, farm trade, and rare-earth exports during their meeting in South Korea. This landmark deal includes cuts to U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods. In a shocking turn, Trump also announces the resumption of U.S. nuclear testing after more than three decades, stirring global concern. The timing raises eyebrows, especially amid rising nuclear threats from rivals like China and Russia. The implications for international relations and the potential risks of a new arms race are explored.
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Breakthrough At Busan Summit
- The Busan summit produced a multi-issue deal covering tariffs, farm purchases, and rare-earth exports between the U.S. and China.
- The agreement signals thawed tensions and planned reciprocal visits by Trump and Xi, indicating resumed high-level diplomacy.
Tariffs, Rare Earths, And Chip Talks
- The U.S. will cut average tariffs on Chinese imports from about 20% to near 10% while China pauses rare-earth export restrictions for a year.
- China will also resume large-scale purchases of U.S. farm goods and discuss limited semiconductor talks with NVIDIA.
Coordinated Asia Trade Push
- Trump's Asia trip included parallel trade moves with South Korea and Japan to lower auto tariffs and secure investment.
- The coordinated week of agreements aims to deepen U.S. economic influence across the Indo‑Pacific.