World leaders are set to descend on New York, with attention focused on the meetings planned with Donald Trump and the issues expected to dominate the agenda. The BBC’s Sarah Smith outlines who Trump is expected to meet and which major topics are likely to be discussed.
The gathering will also draw attention to the leaders who will not be in New York. Their absence is identified as a key part of the picture surrounding the event, alongside the diplomatic meetings that are expected to take place.
The available information does not specify the names of the leaders Trump is due to meet, the countries represented, or the subjects expected to be raised in each meeting. It also does not give details about why particular leaders will not attend.
What is known at this time is that New York will provide the setting for a series of high-level encounters involving Trump and visiting world leaders. The BBC report focuses on the expected participants, those missing from the gathering and the principal topics likely to shape discussions.
