Trump and Xi meet in Washington, pledge balanced trade ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, marking Xi's first visit to Washington in over a decade. Trump emphasized their "great friendship," while Xi called for "strategic stability" in bilateral relations. Trump announced discussions on security, technology, and "Super Intelligence," while Xi stressed intertwined interests and said China's rejuvenation and "Make America Great Again" can proceed together. Xi also urged fair treatment for Chinese companies and announced 100,000 young Americans would visit China, plus two pandas for Atlanta Zoo. The US extended the tariff truce for two more months until January 10. Xi referenced the "Thucydides Trap," arguing it can be overcome through dialogue. Key unresolved issues include Taiwan, AI competition, and China's support for Iran and Russia.