President Trump's Diplomatic Engagements Include UN, Chinese President

Why it matters locally: Potential shifts in international trade policies resulting from these diplomatic engagements could affect Mississippi's agricultural exports, particularly soybeans and poultry, which are significant to the state's economy.

President Trump will engage in significant international activities this week, including participation in the United Nations General Assembly and a meeting with the Chinese president. His schedule includes addressing the United Nations General Assembly. Following this, he will host the Chinese president at the White House.