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Trump’s Beijing visit yields friendship, no deals

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President Trump left Beijing after a two‑day summit with Xi Jinping without any public agreements on trade, Taiwan, AI or nuclear issues. The only tangible outcome was a vague commitment by China to consider purchasing up to 750 Boeing jets and more American soybeans. Trump touted the personal bond, calling Xi a friend at the state banquet, while Chinese officials kept remarks formal as media noted.

Analysts said the lack of concrete deals exposes the limits of a personality‑driven approach that relies on charm rather than detailed negotiation. Without confirmed aircraft orders, Boeing’s revenue outlook remains unchanged, and soybean exporters see no immediate boost. Meanwhile, Xi used the talks to warn that Taiwan could spark a clash, underscoring Beijing’s strategic agenda, which could delay component deliveries.

The summit’s empty agenda leaves investors wary; any future U.S.–China stability will depend on formal trade pacts rather than personal rapport. With Russia slated to visit Beijing next week and a potential Trump‑Xi meeting in Shenzhen later this year, market participants will watch for any signed commitments before adjusting exposure. The lack of a binding deal keeps volatility elevated across sectors.