In a critical effort to ease rising tensions and prevent a potential trade war, the United States and China have commenced high-stakes trade talks in Kuala Lumpur. As negotiations unfold, both sides are focusing on finding solutions to their economic concerns, with Chinese officials emphasizing the imperative to halt the escalating weaponization of trade. The discussions come ahead of a highly anticipated summit between President Trump and President Xi, which aims to salvage relations amid looming tariff threats. Both nations are hopeful that constructive dialogue will pave the way for improved trade relations and stability.