Trump Says Xi Agreed to Speed Up China’s Purchases of U.S. Goods

U.S. President Donald Trump said he urged Chinese President Xi Jinping to accelerate and expand China’s purchases of American goods during a phone call on Monday, adding that Xi had “more or less agreed” to do so. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump explained that he asked Xi to “buy it a little faster” and “buy more,” expressing confidence that the outcome would soon be visible. According to Trump, the United States could be “pleasantly surprised” by China’s next steps.

In recent months, China has resumed purchases of key U.S. agricultural products, including soybeans, after trade tensions had slowed shipments. Beijing also halted its previously expanded restrictions on rare earths exports, a move that signaled a gradual easing in the trade standoff. However, the pace of China’s renewed buying has fallen short of expectations set earlier in trade discussions. Market analysts have been closely watching the flow of U.S. soybean orders, as agriculture remains one of the most sensitive sectors affected by the ongoing negotiations.

Trump’s comments come as Washington and Beijing continue to work toward stabilizing their trade relationship, with both countries looking to strengthen economic ties while navigating persistent challenges. Increased Chinese purchases of U.S. products—particularly in agriculture, manufacturing, and energy—remain a key goal for the Trump administration, which has repeatedly emphasized the importance of reducing the trade imbalance.

While Trump did not provide specific figures or timelines regarding China’s potential increase in buying, his statement suggests renewed optimism about progress in U.S.–China trade commitments. Investors and industry groups will be watching closely to see whether China follows through with faster and larger orders in the weeks ahead, as both sides seek to maintain momentum in their economic dialogue.