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Is China’s Shenzhen ready to host Xi, Trump and Putin during Apec summit?

City implements tight security and new translations devices as leaders prepare to attend.

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Shenzhen bans drones and opens new hotels ahead of a high-stakes Apec summit expected to be attended by Xi, US President Donald Trump, and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Putin did not join the previous year's summit in South Korea.

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In Shenzhen, drones are banned, shiny new hotels have opened their doors and taxi drivers are carrying devices that can translate nearly 150 languages.

While every Apec summit draws the world’s attention, this year’s edition is considered to be especially high-stakes as Xi, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are all expected to attend. Last year, Putin did not join the summit in South Korea.

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Xi, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin will attend the Apec summit.
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What specific agreements will be discussed?
Will bilateral meetings occur between the leaders?

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