China to Buy 10 Million Tonnes of US Coal Annually in 2027 and 2028

China has agreed to import at least 10 million metric tons of US coal in both 2027 and 2028, the White House announced, marking progress in easing trade tensions between the world's two largest economies. The agreement, reached under the US-China Board of Trade, also includes pursuing more favorable tariffs on $30 billion of non-sensitive goods from both nations. Eligible US products include agricultural goods, seafood, timber, cosmetics, and medical devices, while Chinese items cover small appliances, toys, and children's car seats. The deal follows a summit between President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping in Washington this week. Coal production is a priority for Trump, who has sought to revitalize the industry amid soaring US energy prices. The countries also launched working groups on agriculture and investment, and agreed to continue dialogue on artificial intelligence.