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World Service,15 May 2026,9 mins

Trump and Xi talks come to a close

World Business Express

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Ahead of President Trump's and President Xi's China summit, there were hopes of deals agreed on both trade and tariffs. But has anything actually been achieved? Leanna Byrne finds out. And less than a month from the start of the World Cup, fans and hoteliers are getting nervous at the impact of escalating prices for tickets, transport and taxes. Can fans afford to make the journey? Also, we hear why the bond markets are nervous of political change in the UK.

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