A new round of talks aimed at resolving a trade war between the US and China is set take place in London on Monday. US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that a senior US delegation would meet Chinese representatives. Over weekend, Beijing's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that Vice Premier He Lifeng will attend the talks.

Officials from both sides are meeting on Monday in London, aiming to resolve differences over tariffs and supply chains that have endangered a fragile truce between the countries.

LONDON: The United States and China are set to resume trade negotiations in London in a bid to further defuse tensions over rare earth minerals and advanced technology following a phone call between leaders Donald Trump and Xi Jin Ping last week.