A: Hey there, any news you're caught up on?
B: Not much, what's new in the world?

A: Well, leaders from 21 Asian-Pacific countries are meeting in South Korea! It's like a big economic party, you know?
B: Wow, that sounds exciting. Who all is going to be there?

A: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and the current South Korean President Lee Jae-myung are on the list. But guess who's not coming?
B: Donald Trump? Is that why it's a party without the host?

A: Yup! He had separate talks with President Xi in Busan instead. The big question now is if these leaders can agree on free trade, given Trump's protectionist policies.
B: That could make for some interesting discussions, huh? And what about China? Will they try to take advantage of the situation?

A: Analysts think Xi might use this opportunity to strengthen China's influence by advocating for maintaining free trade. It'll be interesting to see how it plays out!