Confident in China’s power, Xi is ready to host an unpredictable Trump
The Washington Post • • general
Key Points:
- China’s leader aims to position Beijing as a stable alternative to U.S. unpredictability during this week’s summit.
- President Donald Trump is visiting China for the first time since 2017, marking a significant diplomatic engagement.
- The 2017 visit was characterized by a warm reception and hopes for pragmatic business negotiations from the Chinese side.
- Expectations for lasting deals at the current summit are low, with China focusing more on projecting influence than securing immediate agreements.