In a bold move, China is urging the United States to drop its hefty tariffs on Chinese imports if President Donald Trump truly wants to resolve the escalating trade war between the two global powerhouses.

A Chinese official has publicly stated that there have been no trade talks with the US, refuting claims coming from the Trump administration suggesting otherwise.

The trade conflict has intensified dramatically, highlighted by China returning ordered Boeing planes to the US as part of its retaliatory measures against the exorbitant tariffs imposed by Trump.

Despite the heat of the situation, Trump has hinted at a potential softening of his stance, suggesting that the tariffs might "come down substantially"—though he made it clear they won't vanish completely.

Currently, the trade war has reached staggering heights, with Trump slapping tariffs on Chinese goods that soar up to 145%, while China retaliated with a 125% tax on American products.

In a striking remark, Chinese Commerce Ministry spokesman He Yadong proclaimed that if the US genuinely wants to mend ties, all "unilateral tariff measures" must be lifted.

"The person who tied the bell must untie it," he emphasized, pressing the urgency of the situation.

Additionally, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun categorically stated that there have not been any consultations or negotiations regarding tariffs, calling recent reports "false".

While Trump previously claimed that negotiations were "active," US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent contradicted that, asserting that talks have yet to commence. He did, however, suggest a potential for a monumental trade deal between both nations.

Reflecting on the seriousness of the situation, Bessent noted that the ongoing trade tensions are "not a joke," while Trump expressed a desire to adopt a "very nice" approach in negotiations.

After receiving China's latest message, Trump took to his Truth Social platform, stating, "Boeing should default China for not taking the beautifully finished planes that China committed to purchase." He further commented on the longstanding grievances, claiming that China has been exploiting the US for years and reiterated concerns about fentanyl flooding the US from China.

Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg confirmed this week that China had already returned two aircraft, with more likely to follow, citing the tense environment fueled by tariffs.

In light of these developments, China convened a roundtable to discuss the impact of US tariffs with over 80 foreign firms involved in the region, expressing hope that they would convert these challenges into opportunities for growth.

As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on Washington and Beijing, eager to see if negotiations will finally commence amid the swirling tensions.