Trump-Xi Exchange: Chinese President Questions US President's Claims About American Soybeans

Dec 09, 2025 07:37 pm CST

US President Donald Trump revealed that Chinese President Xi Jinping questioned his claim about American soybeans being "more nutritious" during their meeting in South Korea. The exchange highlights diplomatic dynamics as the two nations navigate trade relations, with China committing to purchase $40 billion worth of soybeans following Trump's decision to reduce tariffs on Chinese imports.