Xi got Trump's red carpet welcome - but not everything he wanted
China wanted progress on trade, technology and Taiwan - but hasn't got as much as it would have hoped for.
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"US arms sales to Taiwan are a red line for China."
— Xi Jinping , Politician
"Mishandling the issue could cause the two countries to collide or even enter into conflict."
— Xi Jinping , Politician
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China wanted progress on trade, technology and Taiwan - but hasn't got as much as it would have hoped for.
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