Xi Jinping arrives in US, welcomed by Trump at Joint Base Andrews

Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in the United States and was received by President Donald Trump at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, outside Washington D.C., marking his first state visit to the country in over a decade. The three-day visit comes as the two nations announced a two-month extension of their trade war pause, now lasting until January 10. Agenda items likely include AI, minerals, trade policy, and the Iran war, with Xi stating the countries "should be partners instead of rivals." Trump's airport welcome deviates from standard protocol, as leaders are typically driven to the White House. First Lady Melania Trump explained the unusual reception as showing "the most respect" due to the leaders' good relationship. Xi's last US visit was in 2015 with President Barack Obama.