Trump rolls out rare airport welcome for Xi as US-China talks begin
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump personally welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday, in an unusually high-profile gesture as the two powers seek to manage deep differences over trade, technology and security. Xi arrived at the Maryland military base shortly before 6pm local time on September 23. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump…
On September 23, US President Donald Trump personally greeted Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. This unprecedented airport welcome marked the first time a US president received a foreign head of state at Andrews since 1962. The ceremony included a 100-foot red carpet, a 21-member honor guard, and a military flyover.
The visit comes as the two nations attempt to maintain a six-month trade truce while addressing issues such as tariffs, technology restrictions, and security concerns. The personal greeting set the tone for the summit, which will feature discussions on AI, critical minerals, Taiwan, and other security matters.
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