Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump have agreed to build a constructive relationship of strategic stability based on respect, fairness, and reciprocity. The consensus was reached during a tea chat at the White House, attended by Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, and Trump and his wife, Melania Trump. This agreement marks a significant development in the China-US relationship.
Xi Jinping's visit to Washington is his first state visit to the United States in 11 years. During the visit, the two sides added new substance to the vision for the China-US relationship. They agreed to jointly build a constructive relationship of strategic stability based on respect, fairness, and reciprocity. This new approach aims to promote mutual understanding and cooperation between the two nations.
The two leaders achieved mutually beneficial outcomes in the economic and trade fields, which will be welcomed by the people of both countries and the international community. Xi emphasized that the future of China-US relations is bright and reflects the trend of history. However, he also acknowledged that the road to a bright future is often winding, with difficulties and challenges bound to arise.
Trump described Xi's state visit to the United States as constructive and very successful. The two sides held in-depth exchanges on US-China relations and major international and regional issues, achieving positive outcomes that will benefit both countries. Trump expressed his willingness to maintain close contact with Xi and jointly guide the development of US-China relations.
After the tea chat, Xi and Peng, accompanied by Trump and Melania, visited the US National Archives. They were briefed on the National Archives and its exhibits, which carry the wisdom of the forebears and offer insights for the future. Xi noted that the American people have pursued the American Dream and built a prosperous country over the past 250 years.
Xi highlighted the differences between China and the United States, including their histories, cultures, social systems, and development paths. However, he emphasized that the people of both countries share the same aspiration for a better life. Xi believes that if the two countries recognize and respect their differences, deepen mutual understanding, and learn from each other, China-US relations will enjoy steady and sustained growth.
The agreement on constructive strategic stability is a significant step forward in China-US relations. Both countries have committed to working together to address common challenges and promote mutual understanding. The success of this new approach will depend on the continued efforts of both nations to respect their differences and work towards a brighter future.
Key points
- China and US agree on constructive strategic stability based on respect, fairness, and reciprocity
- Xi Jinping's visit marks a significant development in China-US relations
- The two nations aim to promote mutual understanding and cooperation in the economic and trade fields
