Ahead of a Major Summit in Washington: Trump Awaits China's President in September
Trump said he expects to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping around September 24, alongside the UN General Assembly, amid tensions between Washington and Beijing over trade, Taiwan, and the Middle East issues.
Assessment
A planned meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping around September 24, coinciding with the UN General Assembly, signals an effort to address escalating tensions. The stakes involve trade disputes, Taiwan's status, and Middle East policy differences. Whether the summit materializes and produces any breakthrough will be the key development to watch.