What to expect as world leaders descend on New York - and who won't be there
The BBC’s Sarah Smith outlines which world leaders Trump is set to meet and the key topics expected on the agenda.
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Watch: What to expect as world leaders descend on New York - and who won't be there
The BBC’s Sarah Smith outlines which world leaders Trump is set to meet and the key topics expected on the agenda.
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The BBC’s Sarah Smith outlines which world leaders Trump is set to meet and the key topics expected on the agenda.
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