Trump Praises Xi After Airport Welcome, Calls Chinese President 'Better Than Ever'

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US President Donald Trump praised Chinese President Xi Jinping as looking "better than ever" after personally welcoming him at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday, September 23, during Xi's three-day state visit to the US. Trump posted on X that Xi appeared "strong, vibrant, and fit," and also complimented Xi's wife, Peng Liyuan, as "beautiful." The reception featured a red carpet, honor guard, military music, and a flyover, with Trump's airport appearance marking an unusual departure from standard protocol. The visit includes formal talks at the White House covering trade, artificial intelligence, and critical minerals, alongside a state dinner and arrival ceremony, as Washington and Beijing seek to manage differences and identify areas of cooperation.


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