China said Friday it was weighing starting talks with the U.S. to halt the trade war. A Chinese spokesperson said “China is currently evaluating” messages from U.S. officials that “expressed their willingness to negotiate.

After three months of bluster and huge tariffs on both sides, Beijing and the Trump administration are softening their language on holding negotiations.

Despite mounting financial pressure, China says it won’t negotiate until the Trump administration shows “sincerity” by canceling tariffs on its goods.