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Asian equities rise on optimism ahead of Trump–Xi trade meeting
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Asian indices advanced as Trump–Xi meeting confirmation lifted sentiment, driving gains in Nikkei, Hang Seng, and KOSPI amid easing trade tensions.
Asian stock markets traded higher after confirmation that U.S. President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping will meet next week to discuss tariff measures. The Nikkei gained 1.1%, Hang Seng climbed 0.9%, and KOSPI advanced 1.3%. Investors viewed the announcement as a sign of easing geopolitical tensions. Analysts expect improved trade sentiment to support emerging-market flows. Oil and base metals also strengthened slightly, indicating broader optimism before upcoming U.S. inflation and global manufacturing data releases.