More Details on the Trump/Xi 48-Hour Summit -- The Guardian

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"... Suzanne Maloney, vice-president and director of foreign policy at the Brookings Institution thinktank in Washington, told reporters on Thursday. “From a US perspective, this absolutely changes the sense of our ascendance at this point in time and what it means for the relationship.” ...

... Eager for tangible “wins” before the November midterm elections, the Trump administration has reportedly invited chief executives from Nvidia, Apple, Exxon and other major companies to accompany the president, with the Boeing head, Kelly Ortberg, and Citigroup leader, Jane Fraser, confirmed as attending.

China is seeking to extend the current trade truce, preserve access to US technology and halt or roll back the tightening of US export controls. In return it may offer substantial investments in the US economy, mirroring deals the Trump administration has previously struck with nations such as Japan and South Korea.

Beijing has been in prolonged talks with Boeing for a deal that could include 500 737 Max jets plus dozens of wide-body planes. This would mark China’s first major Boeing order since 2017 and serve as a headline-grabbing victory for both leaders. Agricultural buys are also on the table, with Washington pressing Beijing to commit to buying 25m tonnes of soya beans annually for the next three years, alongside increased purchases of US poultry, beef, coal, oil and natural gas...."

Beyond traditional investments, China holds a significant wild card: the rare earth mineral supply chain. Analysts suggest Beijing may dangle a stable, long-term commercial arrangement, akin to a general licence, for US access to rare earths and rare earth magnets, provided they are not utilised for military end-uses.

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Whether the felon succeeds in exploiting his Xi visit won't likely have an impact on midterm outcomes, since voters more likely prioritize ending their higher cost of living over any GOP candidates' risky crowing about their boss's accomplishments from the summit -- enough to beat his base's turnout even in gerrymandered districts.