US and China Finalize Preparations for Trump-Xi Summit in Washington
US and Chinese officials held final preparatory talks in New York ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington on Thursday, aiming to ensure a productive Trump-Xi summit. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met Vice Premier He Lifeng, reporting "very fruitful" exchanges on trade and AI. They agreed to establish a bilateral commercial body and an AI dialogue, with Bessent proposing a notification mechanism between the nations. The discussions also addressed US concerns over China's support for Iran, including oil purchases and satellite imagery allegedly used to target American bases. Washington sought to focus AI talks on security risks, while Beijing pushed for broader global governance discussions.