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Trump welcomes Xi at airport with red carpet and military flyover to kick off three-day US visit
On Thursday, President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping observed a United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon review at the South Lawn of the White House alongside First Ladies Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan.
This visit marks Xi's first state visit to the United States in over a decade, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of America's founding after the leaders arrived Wednesday at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.
Trump praised the 'truly great friendship' between the leaders, citing the Board of Trade created in Beijing last May as 'unbelievably successful' in expanding market access for American farmers and ranchers.
Bilateral talks will address trade, technology, and critical minerals as the leaders seek long-term global stability. 'Working together, President Xi and I have made tremendous strides on the issues facing our two countries,' Trump said.
Tomorrow, the leaders will visit the National Archives to view founding documents including the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.