Trump welcomes Xi for trade talks

President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews as Xi began a state visit. They are due to meet at the White House with trade, artificial intelligence and investment on the agenda. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an agreement to extend the countries’ trade truce.

• 3 daysLength of Xi's state visit
• 11 monthsLength of the existing trade truce
• $1.2 trillionChina's global trade surplus in 2025

Q1

Why do these talks matter globally?

The two countries are the largest economies, and their disputes encompass tariffs, technology, Taiwan and Tehran as other governments adjust to their rivalry.

Q2

What issues join trade on agenda?

Artificial intelligence, investment and military matters are expected alongside trade, reflecting competition that reaches beyond goods moving between the two markets.

Q3

How has commerce changed?

US trade with China fell in 2025, while China expanded trade elsewhere, leaving it with a large global surplus.

Q4

What needs public confirmation?

Bessent announced an extension agreement during Xi’s arrival, but China’s embassy gave no immediate public response to that announcement.

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