China says problem is Trump demanding trade deal be in writing

Published May 9, 2019 12:09am ET



A top adviser to China said Wednesday that the obstacle to a trade deal with the U.S. is President Trump’s demand that all of Beijing’s promises be put in writing.

The U.S. and China have until midnight Thursday to reach an accommodation or the U.S. will place 25% tariffs on virtually all Chinese imports.

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