Trump and Xi Meet to Discuss Trade and Iran War
The US president is set to meet with China's leader in Beijing. Key topics include trade relations and the ongoing conflict in Iran. (sources: theguardian, reuters, nytimes, nbcnews, foxnews)
The summit between the US president and China's leader aims to address significant issues affecting both nations. Security measures have been increased in Beijing ahead of the talks.
- The summit will take place at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
- A large group of business leaders is accompanying the US president, including notable figures from the tech industry.
- Discussions will focus on trade relations and the implications of the Iran war.
Why it matters
The summit represents a critical opportunity for dialogue between two major global powers on pressing international issues.
↓ Why this is on ModernAction
4 bills on this issue are moving right now — and the most active one is PORCUPINE Act.
S1744 · 119th Congress
PORCUPINE Act
Where do you stand on this bill?
Takes about 60 seconds
About this bill
What S1744 actually does
This story is about Trump-Xi summit live: US president preparing to meet China's leader with trade, Taiwan and the Iran war set to dominate talks. This bill would Add Taiwan to Arms Export Control Act provisions with shorter certification/reporting periods.
If passed, it would:
- Add Taiwan to Arms Export Control Act provisions with shorter certification/reporting periods • Require an expedited-licensing feasibility/implementation pathway for allies transferring equipment to Taiwan.
3 other bills moving on this issue
Take action on any of them individually.
This story is about Trump-Xi summit live: US president preparing to meet China's leader with trade, Taiwan and the Iran war set to dominate talks. This bill would If Iran’s role in regional conflict is discussed at the summit, this bill seeks to tighten sanctions on logistics/sanctions-evasion tied to.
If passed, it would
- Impose sanctions targeting people/entities involved in logistical transactions and sanctions evasion related to • Expand Iran-related sanctions coverage beyond current enforcement posture (as specified in the bill text.
This story is about Trump-Xi summit live: US president preparing to meet China's leader with trade, Taiwan and the Iran war set to dominate talks. This bill would china: Require additional reporting on domestic/foreign financial activity of specified Chinese officials after a presidential threat determ.
If passed, it would
- Require additional reporting on domestic/foreign financial activity of specified Chinese officials after a • Prohibit certain financial transactions with specified Chinese officials.
This story is about Trump-Xi summit live: US president preparing to meet China's leader with trade, Taiwan and the Iran war set to dominate talks. This bill would If the Iran war is central to summit talks, this is a direct congressional lever on U.S. participation in hostilities (War Powers Resolution.
If passed, it would
- Direct removal of U.S. forces from unauthorized hostilities in Iran under the resolution’s terms • Force a formal congressional debate on authorization/limits for continued hostilities.
Top coverage · 6 sources