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Trump and Xi tout a productive deal talk on Iran and Hormuz plus new trade momentum
International
Published on 14 May 2026
The Strait of Hormuz topped their agenda again
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a “good meeting” in Washington focused on expanding market access for American businesses in China and encouraging Chinese investment in US industries. They also addressed global security, stressing that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to keep energy flowing freely, as discussions touched Iran-related concerns and regional stability.
- Trump and Xi discussed deeper economic cooperation
- They pushed for market access and more Chinese investment
- Strait of Hormuz staying open was emphasized
- Iran and energy security featured in the talks
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