Washington and Beijing: Start Talking

The World

President Barack Obama welcomed 150 Chinese officials in Washington, D.C. yesterday. Throughout the week the U.S. and China will discuss the global economy, trade, and the environment. On The Takeaway to tell us more of what’s in store?and what’s at stake?is Reuters’ Asia Correspondent Paul Eckert in Washington, D.C.

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