Trump and Xi Bought Time But Trade War Is Still On, Ian Bremmer Says

The transcript discusses a meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Osaka, focusing on the relief felt by Xi's team and the potential consequences for advisors if the meeting had gone poorly. It highlights Xi's role in facilitating a meeting between Trump and Kim Jong-un, creating diplomatic linkages. Despite a temporary ceasefire, the trade and technology wars remain unresolved, with no new tariffs but no clarity on Huawei. The market should not expect a clear deal from the Osaka meeting.

What was the general sentiment of Xi Jinping's team after the meeting with Donald Trump in Osaka?

• Disappointment

• Relief

• Confusion

• Anger

What significant diplomatic role did Xi Jinping play related to North Korea?

• He facilitated a meeting between Trump and Kim Jong-un.

• He signed a peace treaty with North Korea.

• He visited South Korea for the first time.

• He imposed new sanctions on North Korea.

What was the outcome of the phone call between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump?

• They agreed to lift all tariffs.

• They decided to impose new tariffs.

• They created some useful linkage.

• They ended all diplomatic relations.

What is the current status of the trade war between the U.S. and China?

• It has been completely resolved.

• It has escalated significantly.

• It has been forgotten by both parties.

• It is still ongoing despite a ceasefire.

What should the market not assume after the Osaka meeting?

• That North Korea is no longer a concern.

• That technology tensions are resolved.

• That a deal has been finalized.

• That tariffs will increase.