Ahead of a Xi-Trump meeting and more trade talks, both sides must be alert to unexpected incidents that may throw the relationship off course
China has often emphasised the importance of direct talks between Xi and Trump in stabilising complicated bilateral ties. So the phone call serves as a platform for setting direction. It has confirmed a face-to-face meeting in Seoul during the Apec summit in less than six weeks, paving the way for Trump’s visit to Beijing next year and Xi’s reciprocal visit.
Trump remains unpredictable so policy flip-flops cannot be ruled out. Beijing still insists on fair treatment of Chinese investment so the question is what China gets in return for any TikTok deal. It wants a proper framework for its companies abroad to grow and develop, including in the US market.
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