Leland Miller discusses the challenges in arranging a phone call between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, highlighting the Chinese side's skepticism about US commitments and the potential negative impact on China's leverage if President Xi appears weak. The discussion also touches upon the relationship between the dollar and the yuan.
Chinese skepticism about US commitments hinders communication between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump
The yuan is pegged to the dollar, influencing its value.
China aims for mild upward appreciation of the yuan in a falling dollar scenario.