Trump and Xi to Discuss Trade and Taiwan in Beijing

President Donald Trump will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on May 14-15, marking the first visit by a U.S. leader to China in nearly a decade. The meeting aims to ease tensions over trade, Taiwan, and technology restrictions, although officials and analysts do not expect any major breakthroughs.

The U.S. seeks to increase Chinese purchases of American agricultural products and energy exports, while discussions may include a potential Boeing deal involving hundreds of 737 MAX jets. Key issues include China's demand for the U.S. to relax restrictions on advanced semiconductor exports and the resumption of a steady supply of rare earth minerals.

The Iran conflict will also be a significant topic, with the U.S. wanting China to support efforts to secure international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, Taiwan remains a sensitive issue, with Beijing reportedly urging Washington to soften its language regarding Taiwanese independence, which is viewed as a major risk in U.S.-China relations.