Trump Extends Trade Truce Two Months as Xi Urges Fair Treatment for Chinese Firms

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, with Trump extending the trade truce between the two nations for only two months. Xi urged fair treatment for Chinese companies during the high-profile visit. Trump welcomed Xi with full ceremonial pomp, calling him the only world leader he respects. The two leaders announced a "trade council" to balance commercial relations, including better market access for American farmers. Xi emphasized state-level cooperation, saying China-US collaboration is essential for solving global problems. The two-month truce extension, announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, replaces the previous deadline of November 10. China agreed to resume rare earth deliveries and soybean purchases, while the US suspended additional 100% tariffs. Xi also invited 100,000 American students to China over five years. Major US networks, including Fox News, boycotted coverage of the ceremonies.