President Trump declared that a TikTok deal is “pretty much” sealed, and he expects to start talks with China early next week to finalize the agreement. This announcement signals a potential end to the uncertainty surrounding the popular video app in the US.
The president also mentioned the possibility of exchanging visits with Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting the high-level engagement involved. The current September 17 deadline for ByteDance to divest TikTok’s US assets marks the third extension granted by Trump.
Past attempts at a deal were reportedly stalled by China’s disapproval following Trump’s imposition of new tariffs, indicating a clear link between trade policy and the TikTok negotiations.
Despite his strong relationship with President Xi, Trump acknowledged that Beijing’s ultimate approval remains uncertain. This cautious outlook contrasts with the ongoing criticism from Senator Mark Warner, who views Trump’s executive orders as a sidestepping of the law.
Trump Confident: TikTok Deal ‘Almost Sealed,’ China Engagements Start Monday
