Trump Says He’ll Raise China Tariffs if Xi Won’t Meet at G-20

The transcript discusses the anticipated meeting between Trump and Xi at a summit, focusing on trade negotiations and the potential for increased tariffs on Chinese goods. It highlights Trump's negotiation style and the role of Huawei in the US-China trade talks, particularly in the context of the 5G technology battle. Additionally, it covers Trump's criticism of the Federal Reserve, expressing his desire for it to resemble China's central bank, the PBOC, and his pressure on the Fed to cut interest rates.

What was the anticipated purpose of the meeting between Trump and Xi at the summit?

• To finalize a complete trade agreement

• To approve certain aspects of the trade negotiations

• To discuss military alliances

• To announce new immigration policies

How does Trump use tariffs in his negotiation strategy with China?

• To stabilize the US economy

• As a pressure tactic before meetings

• To increase US exports

• As a means to reduce US imports

What is the US's stance on Huawei in the trade negotiations with China?

• To allow Huawei unrestricted access to the US market

• To encourage US companies to partner with Huawei

• To restrict US companies from doing business with Huawei

• To invest in Huawei's 5G technology

What is the broader context of the US's restrictions on Huawei?

• A dispute over agricultural exports

• A battle over 5G technology dominance

• A conflict over environmental policies

• A disagreement on human rights issues

What is President Trump's main criticism of the Federal Reserve?

• It is too similar to China's central bank

• It is focusing too much on trade policies

• It is not cutting interest rates

• It is increasing tariffs