Trump Has Hinted at a Xi Visit. China Is Still Won

President Donald Trump has announced that Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit the United States in the near future, signaling a potential thaw in the ongoing trade tensions between the two nations. REUTERS This development comes amid escalating economic disputes, with the U.S. recently imposing 20% tariffs on all Chinese imports, citing concerns over China's role in the flow of chemicals used in illegal fentanyl production—a leading cause of drug overdose deaths in the U.S. REUTERS In response, China has implemented retaliatory tariffs on $22 billion worth of U.S. goods, asserting its commitment to counter-narcotics efforts and opposing the U.S. measures. FINANCIAL TIMES While Trump remains optimistic about his personal relationship with Xi, significant issues such as tariffs and Taiwan remain unresolved.