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After a few days in Mar-a-Lago, Chinese president enjoys layover in Alaska

After his meeting with President Donald Trump in Florida, President Xi Jinping took time in Alaska while his plane refueled before returning home. In Anchorage, President Xi and the Chinese delegation met with Alaska's Gov. Bill Walker, his wife, and several dignitaries.
Outcomes: 
As China is Alaska's greatest trading partner, Walker hosted a sightseeing tour for President Xi and the delegation, showing off Alaska's natural scenery as well as their host of fish, minerals and ores, Alaska's top export products.
Source: 

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/04/08/after-few-days-in-mar-lago-ch...

Government?: 
Yes
Type of Exchange: 
diplomatic
Participants (Types): 
government officials
Exchange Date: 
Friday, April 7, 2017
Continuing: 
No
Level of Government: 
national
state/provincial
Location: 
Anchorage, Alaska
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