Xi also denounces ‘unilateralism and protectionism’ — without, of course, hinting at what China’s been doing for years to protect its markets

When the leaders of some of the world's largest companies flocked to Beijing for a business forum last month, their main purpose was a coveted meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

The economy grew steadily from January through March, but U.S. tariffs pose a risk for China in the coming weeks and months.