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President Donald Trump’s three-day state visit to China is underway. Trump is holding key meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping. While the trip’s primary focus is on trade relations, other issues such as the war in Iran, the status of Taiwan, and artificial intelligence are also featuring heavily. But seeking increased Chinese imports of U.S. goods, Trump must protect key U.S. security interests.