The topic of Donald Trump's future political relations with the chairman of the People's Republic of China came up during a conversation with conservative publicist Hugh Hewitt. In an interview, the journalist stated that first meeting with Xi Jinpingiem it will be very interesting.
Donald Trump immediately reacted to these words, emphasizing that such talks are taking place.
– I am already in talks with Xi Jinpingwe talk through advisors – he argued.
USA. Donald Trump on relations with Xi Jinping
Later in the conversation, Donald Trump openly praised Xi Jinping, describing him as “a strong, solid, powerful man“, adding that he is convinced that “I'll get along very well with him”.
– He is certainly cherished in Chinabut they have problems and I think we will get along very well, that's my prediction. But it has to work both ways – he said.
The US president-elect, despite very positive words spoken about the Chinese leader, pointed out that the country is going through a very difficult period due to economic problems.
As he emphasized, “Beijing needs America very much“, and this one is “cheated”. According to Donald Trump, “China is ripping off United States trillions of dollars every year.”
In the interview, the politician did not comment on the issue of increasing tariffs on products from China. Even during the election campaign, he announced that they could be as high as 60 percent.