The art of a deal in a Trump-Xi summit?

Abstract

Much is at stake in a proposed summit between Sino-United States leaders, which could help foster ties and build trust between the two powers. This is critical, not least given the strained relations and the recent imposition of tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China by President Donald Trump. There is also the concerns of a bust-up over Taiwan, plunging the world into a conflict both sides seem eager to avoid. Beijing will be watching Trump’s actions, and how others respond, to figure out how to strike a wider deal with him.