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Briefing: Trump says U.S. asked China to delay Xi meeting 'a month or so' due to Iran war

Strategic angle: The Iran war wasn't expected to derail the Trump-Xi meeting in China, but analysts said it would influence the talks and any agreements that come out of them.

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Updated 26 days ago
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The anticipated meeting between President Trump and President Xi has been affected by geopolitical developments, specifically the conflict in Iran. The U.S. administration has asked for a delay of about a month.

While the Iran war was not initially seen as a significant factor in the meeting's scheduling, analysts suggest it could have implications for the content and outcomes of the discussions.

This postponement may alter the strategic landscape for both nations, as the timing of the meeting could influence negotiations on various economic and political issues.