{
  "id": 9471458,
  "title": "Xi says China, US should be ‘partners rather than rivals’: state media",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/xi-says-china-us-should-be-partners-rather-than-rivals-state-media",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-24T02:32:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hong Kong Free Press",
    "slug": "hong-kong-free-press",
    "url": "https://hongkongfp.com/2026/09/24/xi-says-china-us-should-be-partners-rather-than-rivals-state-media/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of cooperation between China and the United States, in remarks published by state news agency Xinhua. Upon his arrival in Washington, D.C. on September 23, 2026, Xi was greeted by President Donald Trump. The two leaders shook hands on a red carpet, marking the start of crucial talks. Xi expressed his desire for the United States and China to be partners rather than rivals, highlighting the long-standing friendly exchanges and deeply intertwined interests of the two nations. The upcoming discussions are anticipated to cover trade, technological competition, particularly in artificial intelligence, and Beijing's diplomatic and economic support for Tehran. Xi pledged to work towards fostering a stable relationship characterized by cooperation as the mainstay, competition within bounds, manageable differences, and hopeful prospects for the future. He also pointed out the compatibility of China's \"great rejuvenation\" and the U.S.'s goal of becoming great again, urging both sides to chart a correct path towards harmony. Xi expressed confidence that the visit would yield fruitful results, improve the well-being of both peoples, and bring new hope for global peace.",
  "summary": "Chinese President Xi Jinping urged cooperation with the United States, Beijing’s state media reported, hours after being greeted in Washington on Wednesday evening local time by President Donald Trump. “Our two countries should be partners rather than rivals,” Xi said in written remarks published by state news agency Xinhua, adding that “the Chinese and US […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Xi Jinping emphasizes cooperation between China and US as partners.",
    "Meeting with Trump on red carpet marks crucial talks.",
    "Talks to cover trade, AI, Iran support, stable relationship."
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "Hong Kong Free Press",
        "title": "Xi says China, US should be ‘partners rather than rivals’: state media",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/xi-says-china-us-should-be-partners-rather-than-rivals-state-media-9473916",
        "published": "2026-09-24T02:32:36.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Xi says China, US should be 'partners rather than rivals'",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/xi-says-china-us-should-be-partners-rather-than-rivals",
        "published": "2026-09-24T03:24:18.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}