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Xi Gains Leverage Before Trump Summit After Tariff Reversal

Filed: Feb 22, 2026 at 7:05 AM ET
Summary: Chinese President Xi Jinping heads to negotiate with Trump, boosted by a tariff reversal that limits Trump's bargaining power.
WHO: Xi Jinping, Donald Trump
WHAT: Negotiation summit
WHEN: Feb 22, 2026 at 2:48 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Tariff reversal enhances Xi's bargaining power
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