UPDATE 8-US, China reach framework deal on TikTok; Trump and Xi to speak on Friday
Published on: Sept. 15, 2025, 7:59 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Earlier on Monday a U.S. official with knowledge of the negotiations had said that the U.S. would press ahead with a ban on TikTok if China didn't drop its demands for reduced tariffs and technological restrictions as part of a divestiture deal. Speaking to reporters, Bessent and Greer said China wanted concessions on trade and technology in exchange for agreeing to divest from the popular social media app.
