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Trump sparks confusion before doubling down on China tariffs

Trump apparently signalled regret about the latest escalation in the trade war - but the White House later issued a denial. [AFP]

President Donald Trump doubled down Sunday on his hard line against China after sowing confusion with statements that he might be willing to soften a trade war G7 partners fear threatens the world economy.

At the G7 summit in Biarritz, France, Trump announced a major trade deal with Japan and promised more of the same with Britain, once Brexit is done.

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