Trump ramps up rhetoric on Beijing ahead of Xi's Washington visit

Despite Donald Trump's sharp rhetoric toward Beijing, U.S. and Chinese officials held talks this week ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's planned visit to Washington. The discussions come amid debates over Iran sanctions and broader friction in bilateral relations. Markets remain highly sensitive to any signals on tariffs, technology export restrictions, or currency policy between the world's two largest economies. For investors exposed to exporters and commodities, the outcome of these talks could shape sentiment in the coming weeks. Analysts note that despite the public toughness, both sides are keeping communication channels open, reducing the risk of sudden escalation.