China has called on the United States to address the ongoing dispute over TikTok through dialogue, ahead of discussions between top leaders from both countries scheduled in Spain next week to discuss the future of the popular social media app.

The call comes as the U.S. deadline for TikTok to find a non-Chinese buyer or face a nationwide ban draws near. The current cutoff date, September 17, marks the third extension granted by former President Donald Trump, who pushed for the app’s sale over national security concerns.

A federal law requiring TikTok to be sold or banned due to concerns over data privacy and potential Chinese government influence was initially set to take effect shortly before President Trump left office in January.

In a statement released Friday, China’s Commerce Ministry urged the U.S. to resolve the TikTok dispute through “mutual respect and equal consultations,” calling for a cooperative solution.

TikTok’s future in the U.S. hangs in the balance as pressure mounts on ByteDance to sell. Upcoming talks in Spain may determine whether the app stays in the market.