Xi, Trump urge responsible US-China rivalry management on AI at White House

Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump met at the White House on Thursday, urging responsible management of their superpower rivalry, particularly regarding artificial intelligence. Xi stressed both nations have the capacity and responsibility to keep AI under human control for public welfare. Trump welcomed Xi with a military parade and fighter jet flyover, calling their relationship a "great friendship" built on mutual respect. Xi called for avoiding conflict and confrontation. The leaders discussed "super intelligence," with Trump saying he wants to maintain current regulation levels. The state visit includes a gala dinner with tech executives like Sam Altman and Elon Musk. China announced pandas will arrive at Atlanta Zoo as a friendship symbol. The US and China extended their trade truce to January 10, though observers expect no major breakthroughs beyond this.