US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the United States with a grand ceremony at Joint Base Andrews. Trump described the welcome ceremony as a "great greeting". The ceremony was attended by First Lady Melania Trump and included a flyover by US Air Force B-1 Lancer supersonic bombers. Xi Jinping's visit marks his second summit with Trump in less than six months.
The US and China have agreed to extend their trade truce by two months, originally set to expire in November. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the agreement, known as the "Busan agreement", was made to ease economic tensions between the two nations. The agreement was initially made in October 2025.
Trump will host a state dinner for Xi Jinping, which will be attended by leaders from the technology and banking sectors. The dinner will take place at the White House, and Trump expressed his wish for more seats. The state visit will include a series of engagements between Trump and Xi Jinping, including bilateral meetings and remarks.
The White House has released a detailed schedule for Xi Jinping's visit. The schedule includes a greeting at the South Portico, an arrival ceremony at the Grand Foyer, and a gift exchange at the Blue Room. Trump and Xi Jinping will also hold a bilateral meeting at the Oval Office, followed by an expanded bilateral meeting at the Cabinet Room.
During the visit, Trump and Xi Jinping are expected to discuss various issues, including China's support for Iran. US media had reported that Trump is set to confront Xi Jinping over China's support for Iran, citing reports connecting Chinese firms to satellite intelligence passed prior to a fatal Iranian assault on American forces.
A Wall Street Journal report alleged that Chinese satellite support was provided to Iran, citing US officials familiar with the matter. The report stated that Iran obtained high-resolution satellite imagery of Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan from Chinese entities before a July 17 Iranian missile attack that killed three US service members and wounded four others.
Xi Jinping's visit to the United States is taking place at the invitation of Trump. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and address key issues, including trade and security concerns. The two leaders will also participate in a Military Review at the Rose Garden, followed by a state dinner hosted by Trump and the First Lady.
Key points
- The US and China have extended their trade truce by two months.
- Trump hosted a grand welcome ceremony for Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews.
- The state visit will include a series of engagements between Trump and Xi Jinping, including bilateral meetings and remarks.
