Trump, Xi Meeting: Assessing Outcomes of Washington Talks

Why it matters locally: Outcomes from discussions between the U.S. and China, particularly on trade and tariffs, could significantly affect Illinois's agricultural exports and manufacturing sectors.

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in discussions in Washington, as observed by former NPR China correspondents. The visit included interactions ranging from the National Archives to a state dinner. Two former NPR China correspondents, who reported from China, offered their assessments regarding the outcomes of the meetings. They evaluated what the discussions produced and what they did not achieve. Their analysis focused on the specific deliverables resulting from the high-level engagement between the two nations' leaders.