Trump and Xi Dine at White House, Trade Warnings on Taiwan and AI

President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at a formal White House dinner, exchanging friendly words but offering little indication of progress on pressing issues. Trump stated their relationship has "never been better," while Xi emphasized the need for artificial intelligence to remain "under human control." The dinner included billionaires, Trump administration officials, and tech executives like Tim Cook, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk, though protesters gathered outside. Xi urged Trump to take the "correct position" on Taiwan, where Trump recently suspended a major weapons package. Trump gifted Xi a bald eagle sculpture, and Xi praised their "sincere and in-depth conversations." The menu featured yellow squash, wild mushrooms, crispy pancetta, sesame-crusted sea bass, bok choy, and roasted eggplant, with red tablecloths symbolizing good luck. Friday's schedule includes a visit to the National Archives, housing the US Constitution and Declaration of Independence.