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US balks at Chinas demand for tightly scripted Trump-Xi-Putin summit
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The US has reservations about a proposed tightly scripted summit among the leaders of the US, China, and Russia.
What happened
The US is hesitant about a three-way summit among the leaders of the US, China, and Russia due to China's demand for a highly scripted format. According to sources, China wants leaders to read prepared statements with limited room for discussion. The US is reportedly open to discussing arms control, a topic previously considered taboo in China.
Why it matters
The proposed summit's format may impact the effectiveness of the meeting, as scripted discussions may not foster meaningful diplomatic engagement.
Key facts
- The US is hesitant about a tightly scripted summit.
- China wants leaders to read prepared statements.
- The US wants to discuss arms control.
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