Trump and Xi Discuss Trade and Stability at Beijing Summit

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a summit in Beijing last week. U.S. soybeans and airplane parts. Historian Rana Mitter said the summit produced several billion dollars in pledged agricultural sales. He added that the two sides also discussed Taiwan.

Mitter noted the presence of business executives at the talks. He said technology will shape the relationship over the coming decades.

Yi stated the two sides agreed to a constructive relationship of strategic stability. Mitter said the phrasing reflects Beijing's view that China should anchor global order.

Trump referred to Xi as his friend during the visit.

Xi accepted an invitation to visit the United States in the coming months. Mitter said Xi maintained a measured demeanor. He noted the contrast with the 2017 meeting at Mar-a-Lago.