The U.S.-China trade hostilities have weakened both economies, shaken financial markets and clouded the outlook for global trade. Lighthizer, who has taken a hard line on Chinese trade practices, led the U.S. delegation. After the talks ended Thursday, Trump spoke glowingly of a Chinese commitment to buy more U.S. soybeans. But he acknowledged that he and Xi would have to reach a final agreement on the far more contentious technology issues. "I think when Xi and I meet, every point will be agreed to."

Source: Fox News January 31, 2019 23:03 UTC