Xi is wrapping his visit to Washington with a peek at the Constitution and the Bill of Rights

Washington, D.C.—Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his three-day state visit to the United States on Friday by touring the National Archives and viewing the nation's founding documents: the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. The visit, which drew criticism for its focus on ceremonial aspects rather than substantive issues, saw Xi depart the capital after the historic tour.

The two world leaders, who have been working to maintain a harmonious relationship between their respective economies, did not achieve any significant breakthroughs during their talks. They discussed topics such as trade and artificial intelligence, but no major progress was made on these fronts.

President Donald Trump, a Republican candidate, has been engaging in a campaign to portray Democrats as communist sympathizers as the U.S. heads into the November midterm elections. Trump's treatment of Xi during the visit, which included a red-carpet welcome, has complicated the message he has been pushing.

The visit to Washington coincides with the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Trump expressed his desire to showcase some of the country's most revered treasures to Xi during the state visit, providing the Chinese leader with a rare opportunity to witness the nation's historical artifacts.