Warm welcome, trade truce extended: the takeaways as Xi arrives in US
Chinese President Xi Jinping was greeted on the tarmac by his American counterpart Donald Trump on Wednesday – a rare gesture ahead of their summit. It is Xi’s first state visit to the United States in over a decade and the two leaders met each other at Joint Base Andrews just after 6pm, alongside their wives Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan. Here are the key takeaways. 1. Trade truce extended As Xi…
President Xi Jinping arrived in the United States on Wednesday, greeted by President Donald Trump at Joint Base Andrews in a rare display of diplomacy. This marked Xi's first state visit to America in more than ten years. The two leaders, accompanied by their spouses, met on the tarmac through interpreters, marking a significant departure from the norm in such meetings.
The United States and China agreed to extend the Busan trade deal, previously extended in August, until January 10. Xi, in a written speech, emphasized the importance of partnership between the two nations, asserting that their cooperation can boost both China’s "great rejuvenation" and America’s resurgence.
Xi's delegation included several high-ranking officials such as Cai Qi, the fifth-ranking official in China, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Commerce Minister Wang Wentao, and Minister of Finance Lan Foan, among others. Trump broke protocol by personally meeting Xi, signaling a willingness to engage in direct dialogue.
The White House organized a grand military display featuring advanced defense hardware, including F-16 and F-22 fighters, a B-1 Lancer flyover, honor guards, and a 21-gun salute, underscoring the high-profile nature of Xi's visit.
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