Xi in Washington: China and US should be partners, not rivals

Chinese President Xi Jinping said China and the US should be "partners, not rivals," urging cooperation ahead of his Washington talks with President Donald Trump. He emphasized their peoples' long-standing friendly exchanges and closely linked interests. The discussions are expected to extend the trade truce expiring in November, address technology competition, particularly AI, and China's support for Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Vice Premier He Lifeng agreed to extend the tariff suspension deal until January 10. Analysts predict no major breakthroughs, only a truce extension and an AI risk agreement. Possible outcomes include tariff reductions, anti-drug trafficking cooperation, expanded military dialogue, and Trump seeking release of detained Americans. Xi referenced Trump's slogan, saying China's rejuvenation and making America great again can advance side by side.