Xi Jinping arrives in Washington, Trump greets him personally

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Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington for a three-day visit, where President Donald Trump personally greeted him at the airport, an unusual diplomatic gesture. The visit aims to address trade tensions and other bilateral issues between the two superpowers. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed Xi and his wife Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews, with a red carpet, military honors, and a flyover. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the extension of the trade truce between the two nations until at least January 10, 2027. The leaders will hold talks at the White House, with a state dinner planned for top tech executives. Discussions will cover tariffs, artificial intelligence, Taiwan, and international conflicts, including the US-Iran and Russia-Ukraine situations. This is Xi's first US visit since 2023.


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