Trump and Xi met in Beijing and set a framework for China–U.S. relations
Donald Trump visited Beijing in May 2026 and met with Xi Jinping. They agreed to pursue a constructive relationship of strategic stability, while also discussing practical cooperation and enduring tensions over Taiwan and other issues.
Countries involved United States · 2 outletsChina · 4 outlets
First reported among our outlets by Clarín (Argentina), · most coverage from Argentina (1)
What the parties said
United States
During their Beijing summit, the leaders confirmed their shared goal to denuclearize North Korea, according to a White House fact sheet.
During their Beijing summit, the leaders confirmed their shared goal to denuclearize North Korea, according to a White House fact sheet.
China
We agreed to build a constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability.
In May, Xi warned Trump that mishandling the issue could cause the two countries to "collide or even enter into conflict".
Bao told CNA that the two sides have made progress in implementing agreements reached in May, including China's purchases of U.S. agricultural products.
Coverage
Fox News · United States24 Sep 11:06Trump needs to warn China’s Xi against ‘dangerous alliance’ with Iran, expert says
Iran cannot obtain a nuclear weapon and that the Strait of Hormuz should be reopened without any tolls.
NPR · United States23 Sep 18:23Trump and Xi meet at moment of global consequence
In their previous meetings, Xi has repeatedly emphasized to Trump that Taiwan, a self-governing island Beijing claims as its own, is a red line and if mishandled could put the…
Why the world is watching the Xi-Trump meeting
The two presidents spent nearly nine hours together and reached a milestone political consensus to build "a constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability."
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The most important political consensus reached is to establish the new positioning of building a constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability, which provides…
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South China Morning Post · Hong Kong24 Sep 11:18US tenor Christopher Macchio booked for Xi-Trump state dinner performance
reciprocating Trump’s trip to Beijing in May.
Asahi Shimbun · Japan23 Sep 22:03Xi Jinping arrives in the US to unusually lavish welcome, with Trump greeting him in person; welcoming ceremony also held
The Hankyoreh · South KoreaBlue House: “It’s positive that U.S.-China relations are being managed… the grace period has been set short”
The Korea Herald · South Korea24 Sep 03:49Trump gives Xi rare welcome at military base on eve of high-stakes summit
During their Beijing summit, the leaders confirmed their shared goal to denuclearize North Korea, according to a White House fact sheet.
Yonhap News Agency · South Korea24 Sep 21:25[US-China summit] Xi Jinping presses Trump to his face over Taiwan 'red line'… Trump plays dumb after the meeting
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Focus Taiwan (CNA) · Taiwan23 Sep 11:37Trump, Xi expected to discuss trade, AI, Taiwan: Scholars
Bao told CNA that the two sides have made progress in implementing agreements reached in May, including China's purchases of U.S. agricultural products.
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El País · Spain25 Sep 04:00Trump’s gala dinner (and a bald eagle) to honor Xi Jinping
BBC News · United Kingdom25 Sep 03:57Xi got Trump's red carpet welcome - but not everything he wanted
In May, Xi warned Trump that mishandling the issue could cause the two countries to "collide or even enter into conflict".
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The Guardian · United Kingdom23 Sep 23:30Trump greets Xi Jinping on arrival in rare move as US-China trade truce extended
Xi’s visit is expected to be filled with ceremonial displays, reciprocating the treatment Trump received when he visited China earlier this year.
Clarín · Argentina23 Sep 09:30Xi heads to Washington as strategic stability between China and the US is put to the test
teleSUR English · Venezuela24 Sep 17:16President Xi Calls for Cooperation with Sincerity and Coexistence In Peace
Mr. President, during your visit to China this year, we agreed to build a constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability, and this is widely welcomed by the people…
CBC News · Canada23 Sep 22:46Trump greets Xi on tarmac as Chinese leader arrives for state visit
Xi was not at the airport to meet Trump — Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng was there instead.
RIA Novosti · Russia24 Sep 16:38Xi Jinping discusses whether China and the U.S. can overcome the “Thucydides Trap”
NDTV · India24 Sep 05:28What Trump Wants From Xi Jinping After Giving Him A King's Welcome
Trump did not receive an airport pickup from Xi and left China without a formal deal, a press conference, or even a joint communique.
The Hindu · India23 Sep 10:34Taiwan watches Xi-Trump meeting closely, hopes US arms sales continue
China has pressed Washington to halt the arms sales, most prominently during a summit in May between Mr. Trump and Mr. Xi in Beijing.