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Critical Minerals, Market Access Emerge as Key Issues in Trump-Xi Talks

President Donald Trump's summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping centers on two critical technology issues: access to critical minerals and market opening for American companies in China. Trump has signaled that securing Chinese markets for U.S. businesses ranks as a top priority in the bilateral discussions that began Thursday and continue Friday. Beijing has expressed willingness to deepen commercial ties, though Congressional skepticism about artificial intelligence chip exports could complicate negotiations. The involvement of major technology executives—including leaders from Nvidia, Tesla and Apple—underscores the commercial stakes. The meetings are expected to shape future supply chains, export control policies, and the profitability of the U.S. chip sector in China. Geopolitical issues including Taiwan and Iran also feature on the agenda.