China Agrees to Buy $17B in U.S. Soybeans Through 2028

Published on 5/18/2026

China Agrees to Buy $17B in U.S. Soybeans Through 2028

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China has committed to purchasing at least $17 billion of U.S. agricultural goods annually through 2028, including soybeans. This agreement emerged from high-level talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting a focus on improving bilateral trade relations. Notably, China will resume imports of U.S. beef and poultry, while addressing rare earth shortages of critical minerals. The U.S. also stated that China plans to buy 200 Boeing airplanes, indicating ongoing cooperation in trade despite mixed sentiments surrounding the summit outcomes.