The article addresses the implications of a recent ruling by the US Supreme Court which is seen as potentially diminishing President Trump’s trade leverage against China. The decision may offer short-term relief to US exporters in China, yet the main question is how this affects the upcoming summit in Beijing. Experts suggest that while the ruling could weaken Trump’s position, this does not necessarily benefit China directly in negotiations.

Shi Yinhong, a professor at Renmin University, indicates that Trump's transactional negotiation style requires a nuanced approach from Beijing. For China to truly capitalize on a potentially weaker Trump, it would require both a willingness to negotiate and the ability to offer concessions that Trump could present as a victory to his constituents. Therefore, the dynamics of the upcoming summit will depend heavily on both leaders' strategies and how they frame the outcomes.

Ultimately, this situation reflects the complexities of US-China relations, particularly in trade negotiations. With the backdrop of ongoing tariffs and trade disputes, the meeting between Xi and Trump could lead to significant shifts in policy, depending on how each side interprets the current political landscape and the potential need for compromise.