Why Is Donald Trump Meeting with China’s President Xi?
The summit includes private talks, a state dinner and a working tea and lunch as the leaders address trade, Iran and Taiwan.
- On Thursday, President Donald Trump began a two-day summit with China's President Xi Jinping in Beijing, commencing with a welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People following his Wednesday night arrival.
- The Great Hall, situated on the western side of Tiananmen Square, was constructed in 1959 to mark the 10th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and covers approximately 171,800 square meters.
- Trump is meeting with Xi to address the Iran conflict, trade imbalances, and the Taiwan situation, accompanied by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang.
- Following an initial 10 a.m. meeting and private bilateral talks, Trump is scheduled to visit the 15th-century Temple of Heaven on Thursday before attending a state dinner hosted by Xi.
- Friday's agenda includes a working tea and lunch, as the administration aims to establish new bilateral boards for economic and AI oversight to address ongoing issues between the two nations.
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