Tech, EV and aerospace executives likely to join Xi’s US trip to mirror Trump team
Beijing is weighing plans to send a group of top tech, electric vehicle and aerospace executives to accompany Chinese President Xi Jinping to Washington later this month, as the two sides race to finalise details for the closely watched visit. The South China Morning Post first reported on August 28 that Chinese and US officials were negotiating whether business leaders would join Xi’s delegation…
Top tech, electric vehicle and aerospace executives are reportedly likely to accompany Chinese President Xi Jinping on his upcoming trip to the United States, according to sources close to the negotiations. The delegation is expected to mirror the American CEO lineup that followed President Donald Trump to China earlier this year, with a focus on the tech, finance, EV and aerospace sectors.
While specific members have not been confirmed, sources indicate several Chinese tycoons are being considered, though some have yet to receive US visas. The delegation's primary purpose is seen as symbolic, reflecting efforts to ease tensions between the two nations over AI and trade. The timing of the visit aligns with ongoing negotiations between Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who are set to discuss key outcomes from the May summit, including AI dialogue and investment mechanisms.
Both sides are treating the delegation composition as a matter of reciprocity, highlighting its significance in stabilising US-China relations.
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