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Why is Donald Trump in China? BBC explains

BBC News · May 13, 2026, 10:14 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Why this matters: a developing story that could shape the day's news cycle.

Laura Bicker breaks down what could be on the agenda for the US president and China’s leader as they meet in Beijing.

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