Xi checkmate Trump in Beijing, Great Hall of People, on the Taiwan red line issue:
Reporters repeatedly questioned Trump if he and Xi had specifically discussed Taiwan during their summit.
Trump appeared to freeze or hesitate before ignoring the specific question. Instead of addressing the sensitive topic, he blurted out, "China is beautiful," and described the talks generally as "great".
This awkward public moment contrasted with his earlier warm platitudes toward Xi, whom he called a "great leader" and a "friend" during the opening remarks.
Was the issue of Taiwan discussion before or on the day of the summit that caught Trump by surprise to avoid answering the repoter?