Trump accepts Xi Jinping's invitation to visit China for APEC summit

President Donald Trump accepted an invitation from Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday to visit China for the upcoming APEC summit, scheduled for November 18-19 in Shenzhen, Guangdong province. Trump predicted "great things for both countries" from the visit. The commitment was made during a meeting at the White House, where both leaders shared tea with their wives, Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan. Xi noted two remaining opportunities for meetings this year, including the APEC summit and the G20 summit in the United States. Trump expressed enthusiasm for the trip, stating the United States is "very happy" with the arrangement. The visit marks continued diplomatic engagement between the two nations amid ongoing bilateral discussions.