Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met at the White House on September 24 during Xi’s three-day U.S. state visit, after a high-profile military welcome. They publicly called for cooperation but discussed contentious issues including Taiwan, trade, artificial intelligence and Iran; accounts differed over how much progress the talks produced.
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington on Wednesday, where he was met with a rare planeside greeting from U.S. President Donald Trump, who was there to welcome his…
The two sides need to work toward a relationship featuring cooperation as the mainstay, moderate competition, manageable differences, and promises of peace, Xi said.
It is hoped that the U.S. side will adhere to the correct position of opposing "Taiwan independence," and handle the Taiwan question with caution, so as to lay a solid foundation…
the United States and China reached a new trade arrangement
Washington and Beijing agreed to extend their trade truce by two months until Jan. 10.
But experts say that not much concrete has been yielded in talks so far.
The two leaders also confirmed that the two countries will support each other in hosting the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting and the G20 Leaders' Summit.
On September 24, President Xi announced that 100,000 young Americans would be invited to visit China for exchanges and study over the next 5 years.
He hosted the visit and was Xi’s counterpart at the White House meeting.
Trump described the relationship positively and called the meeting a major step forward. He called for cooperation on AI, said he wanted AI left as it was, and described arms sales to Taiwan as a negotiating chip with China.
Noting that AI bears on the future of humanity, Trump said that the United States and China should maintain dialogue and strengthen cooperation on this issue.
“very good negotiating chip”
He led the Chinese delegation and was Trump’s counterpart at the meeting.
Xi called for a stable relationship centered on cooperation, bounded competition and managed differences. He urged caution on Taiwan, advocated AI dialogue and human oversight, and called for negotiations between the United States and Iran.
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday called for translating the new vision of a constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability into action and finding the right…
The two sides need to work toward a relationship featuring cooperation as the mainstay, moderate competition, manageable differences, and promises of peace, Xi said.
It is hoped that the U.S. side will adhere to the correct position of opposing "Taiwan independence," and handle the Taiwan question with caution, so as to lay a solid foundation…
"always under human control."
The U.S. Treasury secretary described the trade outcome and a proposed channel for discussing AI incidents.
Bessent said the countries agreed to extend their trade truce until January 10. He also described a U.S. proposal for the countries to notify each other about AI incidents affecting national security.
Washington and Beijing agreed to extend their trade truce by two months until Jan. 10.
The U.S. senator criticized Xi’s invitation and urged Trump to raise security concerns.
Wicker opposed giving Xi a lavish welcome and urged Trump to challenge him over China’s military buildup and support for Iran.
Taiwan was a major point of discussion and could be affected by changes in U.S. arms sales or military policy.
Taiwanese authorities assessed that China might seek to weaken U.S. military involvement and press for delayed U.S. arms sales to Taiwan; a Taiwan security official said such delays could slow Taiwan’s military buildup.
They demonstrated outside the White House during Xi’s visit.
Protesters opposed Xi’s visit and called for Hong Kong’s freedom and freedom for political prisoners.
"Free Hong Kong," "Xi Jinping you’re not welcome" and "freedom for political prisoners"
Protestors gathered across the Northern portico in Lafeyette Park to stand against the communist leader’s visit, where the two leaders are expected to discuss artificial…
The war in Ukraine was one of several topics that Trump and Xi discussed during their three-hour private meeting, along with trade, AI, the U.S. war in Iran, and Taiwan.
The durations differ substantially. The three-hour account refers specifically to a private meeting, so the reports may count different portions of the summit.
He said common understanding on many issues have been reached during his visit this time, adding new substance to the constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability,…
There was pomp and ceremony, but little in the way of confirmed progress on key issues.
But experts say that not much concrete has been yielded in talks so far.
The leaders’ descriptions emphasized progress in the relationship and shared understanding; the other accounts focused on the lack of confirmed, concrete outcomes.
the United States and China reached a new trade arrangement
Washington and Beijing agreed to extend their trade truce by two months until Jan. 10.
The accounts do not give conflicting terms for a specific agreement, but they differ in how broadly they characterize the trade result and its significance.
The reports use different levels of certainty about a future meeting; none confirms that it will take place.
In May, President Xi held historic talks with President Trump, who was in China on a state visit.
The two leaders agreed on a new vision of building a constructive China-US relationship of strategic stability, providing strategic guidance for China-US relations over the next…
China and the United States should be partners, not rivals
in a written message published by China Central Television on the first day of his state visit to the US.
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday morning attended a welcome ceremony held by US President Donald Trump at the White House.
China and the United States do not need to avoid mentioning competition, but the competition should be a healthy one and should be kept within bounds, he said, adding that it…
Chinese and U.S. militaries should maintain regular dialogue and improve mechanisms for crisis communication and prevention, Xi said, adding that the Thucydides Trap can be…
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed their friendship, shared interests and the need for cooperation as they met for a summit in Washington on…
During the summit, Trump and Xi also exchanged views on the Korean Peninsula, the situation in the Middle East and the war between Russia and Ukraine, according to the news outlet.
Washington and Beijing agreed to extend their trade truce by two months until Jan. 10.
The two leaders also confirmed that the two countries will support each other in hosting the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting and the G20 Leaders' Summit.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, on Thursday evening attended a state dinner held by U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the White…
He said common understanding on many issues have been reached during his visit this time, adding new substance to the constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability,…
On Friday, Xi and Peng will be back at the White House for a private tea with the Trumps before joining them on a tour of the National Archives in Washington.
On Friday morning, the presidential couples will travel to the National Archives in Washington where they will view a variety of important records and documents significant to…
The White House said they will view historical documents highlighting the relationship between the two countries.
Xi is visiting the country from September 23 to 25 at the invitation of US President Donald Trump.
A 30-metre-long red carpet was unfurled at the bottom of the staircase placed at the door of Xi's plane, where a 21-person honour guard was arrayed and Trump and first lady…
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed their friendship, shared interests and the need for cooperation as they met for a summit in Washington on…
During the summit, Trump and Xi also exchanged views on the Korean Peninsula, the situation in the Middle East and the war between Russia and Ukraine, according to the news outlet.
It is hoped that the U.S. side will adhere to the correct position of opposing "Taiwan independence," and handle the Taiwan question with caution, so as to lay a solid foundation…
Washington and Beijing agreed to extend their trade truce by two months until Jan. 10.
the United States and China reached a new trade arrangement
The two leaders also confirmed that the two countries will support each other in hosting the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting and the G20 Leaders' Summit.
He said common understanding on many issues have been reached during his visit this time, adding new substance to the constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability,…
On September 24, President Xi announced that 100,000 young Americans would be invited to visit China for exchanges and study over the next 5 years.
I am glad to announce an invitation for 100,000 young Americans to visit China for exchanges and study in the coming five years.
"Free Hong Kong," "Xi Jinping you’re not welcome" and "freedom for political prisoners"
Their arrival was marked, however, by protesters loudly shouting from just outside the White House gates, some of whom were arrested.
Chinese state media and reports carrying Xinhua material — Coverage foregrounded Xi’s calls for cooperation, stability and dialogue, along with proposals on AI, exchanges and practical cooperation.
Reports assessing summit results and points of tension — Coverage focused on Taiwan, trade and the question of whether the meeting produced substantial, confirmed outcomes.
Coverage of ceremony and public reaction — Reports covered the military welcome, Trump’s reaction to the bomber flyover, and protests outside the White House.
Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on September 23 for a three-day state visit, and Donald Trump and Melania Trump greeted him and Peng Liyuan at the aircraft. The unusual welcome included a red carpet, military honors and a flyover by two B-1 bombers; Xi and Trump were scheduled to meet the next day amid tensions over trade, AI and Taiwan.
Xi Jinping was in Washington for a state visit, with a White House summit with Donald Trump scheduled for September 24. The agenda included trade, rare earths, artificial intelligence, Taiwan and Iran; U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the two sides had agreed to extend their trade truce through January 10.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met at the White House on September 24 to discuss trade, artificial intelligence, security and regional conflicts. Xi pressed Washington to oppose Taiwan independence, while both leaders publicly emphasized cooperation; Xi said the sides had reached a new trade arrangement, but reports differed on the meeting’s length and the significance of its results.
Donald Trump and Melania Trump welcomed Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan at the White House for a high-profile state visit, with a military ceremony, flyovers and a state dinner. Trump and Xi publicly urged cooperation, while Xi called for AI to remain under human control and raised Taiwan and Iran; the final outcomes of the summit are not specified.
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.
Donald Trump hosted Xi Jinping at a White House state dinner attended by prominent U.S. business and technology executives. The leaders praised the relationship and called for continued cooperation, while coverage also highlighted an imbalance in the guest list: U.S. executives attended, but no Chinese business leaders were listed.
At a White House welcome ceremony before talks with Donald Trump, Xi Jinping urged China and the United States to cooperate, avoid conflict and keep competition within bounds. He also proposed AI safeguards and other forms of cooperation, and announced that two pandas would arrive at Zoo Atlanta and that China would invite 100,000 young Americans for exchanges over five years.
Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan were scheduled to have tea with Donald and Melania Trump at the White House on Friday, September 25, then visit the National Archives together. The couples were expected to view historical records and documents connected to U.S.-China relations.
Donald Trump personally greeted Xi Jinping and Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews as Xi began a state visit to the United States. The welcome included national anthems, a 21-gun salute and a military flyover; reports also noted Trump’s visible reaction to the aircraft and Xi’s relative composure.
In a written message published on the first day of his U.S. state visit, Xi Jinping urged China and the United States to be partners rather than rivals and to find a path for peaceful coexistence. He called for cooperation to lead, competition to remain bounded and differences to be managed, and said he looked forward to in-depth talks with Donald Trump on bilateral and global issues.
Chinese President Xi Jinping said pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang would arrive at Zoo Atlanta within a few days and meet the American people. Their planned stay is part of a ten-year conservation partnership, with preparations underway at the zoo.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met at the White House during the second day of Xi’s visit to Washington. Their discussions touched on Ukraine, Taiwan, Iran and artificial intelligence, while the accounts differed in how they assessed progress from the meeting.
Sen. Roger Wicker said he would have advised Donald Trump not to invite Xi Jinping to Washington for a lavish welcome, citing disputes involving Xi and the Chinese Communist Party. He urged Trump to raise China’s military buildup and support for Iran, and Yonhap reported that he also called for an answer about reported satellite reconnaissance information provided to Iran.
Xi Jinping announced that China would invite 100,000 young Americans to China for exchanges and study over the next five years. He made the announcement during a meeting with US President Donald Trump; reports also described the plan as a student exchange programme.
The Trump administration paused a $14 billion arms package for Taiwan after President Donald Trump’s May meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Trump described arms sales as a negotiating chip with Beijing, while Clarín said the package had not yet been approved.
Protesters gathered outside the White House during Xi Jinping’s visit, chanting against him and calling for freedom for Hong Kong and political prisoners. Their shouts were audible as dinner guests arrived, and some protesters were arrested.
Xi Jinping left Beijing on September 23 for a three-day state visit to the United States at Donald Trump’s invitation. A summit between the two leaders was upcoming, with attention also on political and economic outcomes, AI, and the White House dinner.
After a tour of the National Museum of Asian Art, Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan watched Hope Chinese School students perform and spoke with them. The students sang two songs, and Peng encouraged them to continue learning Chinese language and culture and to promote U.S.-China friendship.
Xi Jinping and Donald Trump are expected to meet at the APEC summit in Shenzhen in November. Two reports also describe a meeting at the December G20 summit in Miami as planned, while another says the APEC meeting may happen.
After their White House meeting, reporters asked Trump and Xi whether Taiwan had been discussed. Trump said they had had a great meeting without addressing the question; CNA reported that Xi did not respond and characterized Trump as not answering.
During the U.S.-China summit visit, Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan toured the National Museum of Asian Art, including the Peacock Room, after attending a White House welcome event. Peng praised U.S. returns of Chinese cultural artifacts and called for continued cultural cooperation, while Melania described the exhibits as beautiful and amazing.
Donald Trump presented Xi Jinping with a bald eagle sculpture during a state dinner in Washington. Trump described the eagle as a symbol of America’s free spirit and said he hoped the sculpture would find a place in Beijing; the gift also drew attention to rules governing gifts to US presidents from foreign governments.
Reports said Xi Jinping and Donald Trump confirmed that China and the United States would support each other in hosting the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and G20 Leaders’ Summit. A separate account said the leaders also supported holding regional meetings in the coming weeks.
At a White House state dinner, Donald Trump described U.S.-China ties as stronger than ever despite the countries’ different systems, while Xi Jinping said their relationship had reached a new historical stage. Xi said their talks were candid and produced common ground, and urged the two powers to act responsibly and find a new way to relate.
Donald Trump said artificial intelligence, including superintelligence, would be a major topic in his discussions with Xi Jinping. He favored leaving AI research as it was, identified the Justice Department as a safeguard, and said China shared his position.
China announced that Xi Jinping would visit the United States from September 23 to 25, 2026, for talks with Donald Trump. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said the leaders would discuss China-U.S. relations, world peace and development, while Beijing said it wanted to strengthen cooperation and manage differences.
Xi Jinping delivered written remarks on China-US relations after arriving in the United States for a state visit. He called for partnership, cooperation and managed competition, and said he looked forward to talks with President Donald Trump.
While walking through the White House’s Presidential Walk of Fame on the way to their summit, Donald Trump pointed out an image of an autopen and identified it with Joe Biden; Xi Jinping laughed. The moment drew on Trump’s recurring allegations about Biden and the use of autopens, which Biden denies.