Xi Jinping and Donald Trump are set to meet, with the location at the Temple of Heaven, a site of deep symbolic meaning. This meeting occurs amidst a complex backdrop of trade disputes and international tensions. The summit takes place during a one-year truce in the trade war initiated by the former US president and a ceasefire in the US-Iran conflict. The meeting could offer a chance to boost Trump's image with voters. On the Chinese side, Xi Jinping is presenting an image of magnanimity. The Xinhua agency highlighted the first phone conversation of the year between the leaders. The US trade deficit with China has decreased. However, the balance of trade still favors other Asian countries. China has found new markets for its exports. There is anticipation of announcements regarding Boeing aircraft purchases and potential trade councils. Discussions will also cover artificial intelligence, where the Biden administration agreed with Beijing that only humans can decide on the use of nuclear weapons. Iran will also be a topic of discussion. This marks the sixth meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.