China Eyes U.S. Politics for Leverage Amid Iran War, Summit Delay China is closely watching U.S. politics, including the impact of the Iran war and the delayed Trump-Xi summit, seeking leverage in trade talks. The summit's postponement highlights the interconnectedness of global geopolitics, with China potentially using economic pressure to influence U.S. policy ahead of the midterm elections.

China is monitoring U.S. politics, including the Iran war and summit delays, to gain leverage in trade talks, which could impact U.S. policy and elections.

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7/13 Xi has every reason to ask for more. Trump's desperation for a deal gives Chinese leaders leverage.

China sent 75 officials to recent Stockholm talks compared to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's "skeleton crew" of 15.
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