Trump-Xi Talks: Handshakes & Hype, No Trade Pact

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President Trump and Xi Jinping concluded talks in Beijing, with Trump hailing them as beneficial for both nations. The US delegation, comprising representatives from various industries, secured a Boeing jet order and improved market access for American beef and soybeans. However, no comprehensive trade pact was reached, and tech restrictions remain unreso…

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President Trump and Xi Jinping concluded talks in Beijing, with Trump hailing them as beneficial for both nations. The US delegation, comprising representatives from various industries, secured a Boeing jet order and improved market access for American beef and soybeans. However, no comprehensive trade pact was reached, and tech restrictions remain unresolved. The leaders agreed to continue discussions, with Xi set to visit the White House in September. Despite some progress, tensions persist, p

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