I said:
“It is a hope for a win-win for both of them. “
I didn’t say that I hoped. My point was that each of them is hoping for a winning outcome for themselves.
I also said that I was not concerned about Trump. He knows exactly what he is doing.
I think Trump can appeal to Obama’s fragile ego through flattery and learn whatever he think will benefit him in the future.
Plus it keeps things smooth to give the illusion of seeking Obama’s advice, regardless of whether he heeds it.