What China wants from Trump
Before the Iran war became a quagmire, American optimism surrounding President Donald Trump’s trip to China — this Wednesday to Friday — was high. The expectation was that Trump would negotiate from a position of strength because of U.S. supremacy in artificial intelligence and advanced technology.
TL;DR
- American optimism for Trump's China trip was high due to perceived U.S. technological supremacy.
- Concerns exist that Trump might make strategic concessions to China for short-term trade gains.
- China's priorities include trade stability, access for its manufactured goods, and concessions on Taiwan.
- China may offer help in reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for restrictions on U.S. military sales to Taiwan.
- Beijing desires increased access to advanced American technology, especially in artificial intelligence.