President Donald Trump and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia are each bringing delegations to their meeting Friday in Alaska, including several economic affairs officials.
Their inclusion, along with defense, military and diplomatic officials, was a sign that Mr. Trump and Mr. Putin would speak about more than the war in Ukraine.
Mr. Putin could be interested in discussing commercial opportunities, tapping into Mr. Trump’s instincts as a real estate developer. He also may push to have Western sanctions eased.
Another topic that could be on the table is U.S. access to rare earth minerals and other Russian assets, which U.S. and Russian officials have previously discussed. On Thursday, Mr. Trump said ending the war was his focus and played down suggestions that he would discuss rare earths with Mr. Putin, saying, “I’m trying to save lives.”
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