Donald Trump’s return to power has raised the chances of another trade war between the US and China, making Beijing’s potential negotiators some of the most important people in Xi Jinping’s government.

As leaders from across the world gather for two major summits in South America in the coming days, the uncertainty brought by Donald Trump’s impending return to the White House is expected to loom large.

President-elect Donald Trump’s victory has stoked fears of a looming trade war with China. Australians have raised concerns as China is the country’s main trading partner. University of New South Wales Economics Professor Richard Holden has joined Sky News Australia to discuss the fears of a trade war.