China has reported its exports rose 4.8% in May from a year earlier, lower than expected as shipments to the United States fell nearly 10%

China's exports climb 4.8% in May, below forecasts, as shipments to the US drop nearly 10% from a year earlier

Chinese exports to the United States decreased by 35% in May, according to customs data. This report comes as China and the U.S. are meeting for trade talks in London on Monday. Last month, China was the outlier among foreign countries facing tariffs with an initial 145% tariff.