US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing from May 13-15. The summit will address critical issues, including the ongoing US-China trade war, which has seen tariffs soar as high as 145%. China is particularly concerned about preventing these tariffs from returning, as they could severely impact its economy, which relies heavily on exports. The recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East, particularly the war involving Iran, poses additional risks, especially regarding the Strait of Hormuz, through which half of China's crude oil passes. Analysts suggest that while a significant trade deal is unlikely, both sides may issue a broadly worded statement to claim a productive meeting. Furthermore, the issue of US arms sales to Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory, remains a major point of contention. The US Congress approved an $11 billion arms sale package to Taiwan last year, which China seeks to have canceled. As the summit approaches, the dynamics of US-China relations are being closely scrutinized, with China hoping for a more favorable stance from the Trump administration.