
Posted13/10/2025
Written ByYepi Muhamad
After several turbulent days marked by tariff wars and export bans, the U.S. and China are finally showing signs of easing their trade rhetoric.
On Sunday, both sides issued statements with a noticeably softer tone, signaling the possible resumption of trade talks — giving analysts hope that global pressure on financial markets, including crypto, could soon subside.
China Signals Readiness to Negotiate on Exports
In an official statement translated by local media, China’s Ministry of Commerce said it is ready to “strengthen dialogue with other countries” regarding trade and export controls on rare earth minerals.
This move is significant because rare earths are vital materials in the production of electronic devices, batteries, and semiconductor chips — key components of the global tech industry.
The statement also added that China would “actively consider” new export policies aimed at facilitating trade, strengthening global supply chains, and even granting license exemptions to certain partner countries.
This stance contrasts sharply with the tough tone seen just days earlier, when Beijing announced sweeping export restrictions in response to high U.S. tariffs.
Trump: “The U.S. Wants to Help, Not Hurt China”
On the same day, U.S. President Donald Trump posted a positive statement on Truth Social:
“Don’t worry about China, everything will be fine! President Xi, a very respected man, has just gone through a tough time. He doesn’t want his country in a depression — neither do I. The U.S. wants to help China, not hurt it!!!”
Trump’s comments marked a significant shift from his previous harsh and confrontational rhetoric.
Global markets immediately responded with optimism, especially after last Friday’s massive crypto liquidation — the largest of the year — triggered by the announcement of new U.S. tariffs on China that caused a wave of panic selling.
From “Dump” to Hope: A Rebound Ahead?
Analysts welcomed the change in tone from both superpowers.
Many believe that a more stable U.S.–China trade relationship could ease panic across risk asset markets, including crypto.
Investors are now hopeful that this positive sentiment will help markets gradually recover after last week’s $19 billion liquidation that shook the ecosystem.
“This joint statement may not mark the end of the trade war, but it could be the beginning of a more stable chapter for global markets,”
said one global market analyst at Cointelegraph.
If negotiations truly resume, the crypto market could see a short-term boost, as global economic strength often reignites investors’ appetite for risk.
Why This Matters for Crypto
Global trade tensions often have a direct impact on digital asset prices.
When uncertainty rises, investors tend to withdraw from risk assets like crypto and move to safe havens such as the U.S. dollar or gold.
However, if U.S.–China relations improve, capital could flow back into crypto markets — especially into major assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), both of which recently saw steep declines.
Conclusion
After a wave of massive liquidations, the conciliatory tone between the U.S. and China offers a breath of fresh air for global markets.
Both sides now appear more open to dialogue, which could trigger the first signs of a crypto price recovery in the near future.
Although the road to full trade peace remains long, this small step has given renewed hope to investors rattled by last week’s turbulence.