A summit between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping has been described by experts as potentially a “horse and pony show,” with trade, artificial intelligence and security set on the agenda.
According to analysts, the meeting will cover a wide range of issues, from tariff disputes and market access to the growing importance of AI technology and bilateral security concerns. However, many experts believe that the most pressing task will be to rebuild trust between the two leaders.
“Rebuilding trust may take priority over signing major deals,” one specialist said, suggesting that the talks could be more about setting a tone than delivering concrete agreements.
The summit comes at a time when U.S. and Chinese relations remain tense over a host of economic and geopolitical issues. While the agenda is broad, the focus on trust indicates that the leaders may be looking to lay a foundation for future cooperation.
Observers say that the outcome of the talks is uncertain, and that any progress will likely be incremental rather than transformative.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
