US Director of the National Economic Council Kevin Hassett on Friday expressed optimism about resolving ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China, saying he remains “hopeful” that both sides can reach an agreement soon.

Speaking to reporters, Hassett said that US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping share a strong personal rapport, which he believes could help pave the way for progress. “President Trump and President Xi are great friends, and Scott Bessent is really one of the best negotiators there ever was. He’s a successful businessman. We’re still hopeful that we can get this thing worked out,” Hassett said.

Acknowledging friction in bilateral relations, Hassett noted that the US had been “frustrated with some of the Chinese actions”, calling them

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