Asia markets hope for no surprises from Trump visit to China

Indexed: 2026-05-18

(13 May 2026) RESTRICTIONS SUMMARY: ASSOCIATED PRESS Hong Kong - 13 May 2026 1. Wide of Hong Kong Exchange building 2. Close of electronic ticker tape showing benchmark Hang Seng Index down 24.48 points to 26,323.43 points just after 0330GMT 3. Tilt down of Hong Kong Exchange Square buildings to flags of China, Hong Kong and Hong Kong Exchange 4. SOUNDBITE (English) Francis Lun, CEO, Venturesmart Asia: "No difference whatsoever. I think the best thing is to preserve the status quo, do nothing." 5. Various of people crossing streets in Central district of Hong Kong 6. SOUNDBITE (English) Francis Lun, CEO, Venturesmart Asia: "I think what China wants is really a statement from Trump, categorically saying that the U.S. does not support the Taiwanese government from breaking away from China, and of course in return, I think, Trump will want China to place orders for 500 Boeing aircraft. I think that is the deal that we are anticipating." 7. People walking past bank display showing Hang Seng Index up 36.15 points to 26,384.06 points at 0344GMT STORYLINE: Asia markets hope for no surprises from U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to China this week, a veteran market watcher in Hong Kong said Wednesday. "No difference whatsoever," is the best outcome, according to Francis Lun, CEO of Venturesmart Asia. Lun expects that China will seek a statement from the U.S. about Taiwan, and that in return, China might agree to buying more U.S. products. Boeing airplanes will likely be a highlight of the talks, according to Lun. Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng Index wobbled only slightly Wednesday while Trump was in the air on his way to Beijing. The Hang Seng moved by fractions up and down in morning trade. =========================================================== Clients are reminded to adhere to all listed restrictions and to check the terms of their licence agreements. For further assistance, please contact the AP Archive on: Tel +44(0)2074827482 Email: info@aparchive.com. Find out more about AP Archive: http://www.aparchive.com/HowWeWork Twitter: https://twitter.com/AP_Archive Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/APArchives ​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/APNews/ You can license this story through AP Archive: http://www.aparchive.com/metadata/youtube/ec3fcee8edbf4d72bd0dcb508792f6f2