Trump expressed hope for China to increase purchases of soybeans from the United States.

US President Donald Trump expressed hope that China would quadruple its purchases of American soybeans. He posted the corresponding message on his Truth Social network on August 10.

"China is concerned about the shortage of soybeans. Our wonderful farmers grow the highest quality soybeans. I hope China will quickly increase orders for soybeans four times," the head of the White House wrote.

According to Trump, such a deal could "significantly reduce" China's trade deficit with the United States.

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