Trump-Xi Meet LIVE: Trump Departs China After High-Stakes Talks on Trade And Oil, Invites Xi to US In September

Trump's visit to China to meet with Xi was mainly for show, with both sides wanting to reaffirm to the world that the two major powers are keeping more stable relations in a time of economic turbulence. That especially after the tariffs war last year that strained ties between the two countries.

Trump began his final day in Beijing with a defensive social media post, asserting that Xi Jinping's comments about the U.S. as a "declining nation" were actually directed at Joe Biden. He emphasized that Xi had been complimentary of his own accomplishments after returning to the White House, stating that Xi congratulated him on multiple successes in a brief timeframe.
 

U.S. President Donald Trump held final talks with Xi Jinping, highlighting economic wins but failing to uplift markets. Beijing cautioned Washington on Taiwan and criticized the Iran conflict. Trump, seeking results for his approval ratings, is the first U.S. president to visit China since 2017 ahead of midterm elections.
 

Trump, in an interview to Fox News said, "President Xi would like to see a deal made. He said, 'If I can be of any help at all, I would like to be of help.' Anybody that buys that much oil has obviously got some kind of relationship, but he'd like to see the Hormuz Strait open."
 

Trump sought to recast Chinese President Xi Jinping's words, arguing they referred to what he described as the "damage" of the Biden administration, while claiming the United States has re-emerged as the world's leading economic and military power under his tenure.

"When President Xi very elegantly referred to the United States as perhaps being a declining nation, he was referring to the tremendous damage we suffered during the four years of Sleepy Joe Biden and the Biden Administration, and on that score, he was 100% correct. Our Country suffered immeasurably with open borders, high taxes, transgender for everybody, men in women's sports, DEI, horrible trade deals, rampant crime, and so much more!" he said.
 

The Trump-Xi summit in Beijing is forcing Korea's semiconductor industry to weigh a difficult trade-off as equipment suppliers see fresh business opportunities while manufacturers fear a narrowed technology gap. This dilemma pits the potential for immediate sales in China against the long-term risk of helping Chinese firms catch up to industry leaders like Samsung Electronics and SK hynix.

According to a report by the Korea Herald, the two-day summit centers on Washington's semiconductor export controls and Beijing's leverage over rare earth supplies, two issues with direct implications for Korea's chip supply chain and export outlook.

US President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping are set to meet on Friday to wrap up ​a two-day state visit that has featured pomp and business deals but also a warning from Xi that mishandling the Taiwan issue could send relations spiraling.

The Chinese state media reported shortly after the start of the talks that Xi had said, "The Taiwan question is the most important issue in China-US relations." 

"If mishandled, the two nations could collide or even come into conflict, pushing the entire China-US relationship into a highly perilous situation," Xi reportedly said.
 

US President Donald Trump claimed that China has agreed to purchase 200 aircraft from Boeing.

US president Donald Trump said that Chinese leader Xi Jinping assured him that China would not provide weapons to Iran. “He said he’s not going to give military equipment. That’s a big statement,” Trump reportedly said.

Elon Musk's six-year-old son was spotted in a Chinese-style outfit as he walked with his father in the Great Hall of the People. The Tesla CEO is part of the U.S. business delegation that met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

When US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was asked whether China was pushing the US to limit arm sales to Taiwan, Bessent said he’s confident Trump “understands the issues” and will be “very resolute” in his response.

“I’m not going to get out ahead of the president,” Bessent said. “You’ll be hearing more from him either this evening, tomorrow.”

During Donald Trump’s toast at the state banquet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, the US president said citizens of the United States and China have long shared a “deep sense of mutual respect” and used history to illustrate the point.

• Benjamin Franklin published the sayings of the philosopher Confucius, Trump said.
• Chinese admirers of President George Washington gifted a stone tablet honoring his memory to adorn the Washington Monument. The tablet was inscribed with the words of a Chinese official who called Washington a great general and statesman, Trump said.
• Chinese workers helped lay the railroad tracks that connected the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of the United States while American travelers to China helped spread literacy and modern medicine, he said.
• Trump also noted President Theodore Roosevelt, acting on a request from China’s ambassador, provided money to establish Xi’s alma mater, Tsinghua University. (AP)

Trump In China LIVE: Xi Jinping said that China and the US should work together as partners rather than rivals. “We both believe that China and the U.S. relationship is the most important bilateral relationship in the world. We must make it work and never mess it up,” Xi said.

Trump In China LIVE: “China is currently the only risk to regional peace and stability,” Taiwan’s Ministry of Affairs said in response to President Xi’s warning for the US to be careful. “Even during the meeting between the leaders of the United States and China, the People’s Liberation Army continued to send military aircraft and ships to harass and threaten Taiwan in the region,” the ministry said.

Trump In China LIVE: US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to open up the strategic corridor Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's energy supply passes.

Trump In China LIVE: US President Donald Trump expended an invitation to Chinese President Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, to visit the White House on September 24.

Trump In Chine LIVE: Calling President Trump's visit “historic”, Chinese President Xi says "the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation" and "Make America great again" can go hand in hand.

Trump In China LIVE: The White House remarked that President Trump had a “good meeting” with President Xi of China.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Xi started his speech welcoming President Trump and the US delegation on behalf of the Chinese government and the people.

Trump In China LIVE: Donald Trump attended the Chinese State banquet at the Great Hall of the People, where he opened his first full day in Beijing in closed-door talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Inside the hall, round tables were draped with white tablecloths.

Trump In China LIVE: China's yuan reached a three-year high against the dollar, while stock indices retreated from recent highs. The PBOC set the yuan's midpoint at 6.8401 per dollar. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 0.5%, and CSI300 Index dropped 0.65%.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry asserts China is the “sole risk” to regional peace, citing Xi's warning to Trump about potential conflict regarding Taiwan and condemning China's military harassment and grey-zone activities.
 

Trump In China LIVE: The Chinese Foreign Ministry reported that Xi and Trump agreed to a "constructive, strategic and stable relationship" for China-US relations. Xi noted a positive economic outcome and emphasized cooperation and further opening up for American companies in China.
 

Trump In China LIVE: China's Xinhua praised Xi's meeting with US business leaders, where Trump highlighted their respect for China. The delegation expressed appreciation for the Chinese market, while Xi welcomed further cooperation, emphasizing the importance of US companies in China's development.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Trump described his talks with Xi as "great" upon arriving at the Temple of Heaven, but he did not comment on whether Taiwan was discussed, according to AP.
 

Trump In China LIVE: During a two-day summit, Xi Jinping informed Trump that trade discussions were progressing, but cautioned that tensions over Taiwan could jeopardize relations. His comments, shared by Xinhua, framed the summit, which Trump deemed potentially the "biggest summit ever," after a grand reception.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Trump visits the 15th century Temple of Heaven following his meeting with Xi at the Great Hall.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed eagerness for discussions with Donald Trump on crucial bilateral and global issues, emphasizing the need for careful navigation of their relationship. He hopes 2026 will mark a significant turning point in China–US relations, aiming for more stable and constructive future engagements.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping urged "cooperation" over "confrontation" with the US during his meeting with President Trump in Beijing. He emphasized that the two largest economies should be partners, not rivals, and highlighted the necessity of stable China-US relations amid significant global transformation and uncertainty.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Xi Jinping emphasizes global focus on Beijing's U.S. presidential meeting, expecting 2026 to be a historic year for relations.

Trump In China LIVE: Trump announced that the White House invited the "top 30" global business leaders, all of whom accepted. He emphasized his desire for only the highest-ranking executives to meet Xi, stating they aim for mutually beneficial trade and look forward to engaging in reciprocal business with China.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Trump will soon tour the Temple of Heaven, a 15th-century site in Beijing where Ming and Qing dynasty emperors worshipped. It features the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests and is renowned as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Trump In China LIVE: The Chinese leader emphasized the significance of the meeting for China and the United States, highlighting the need for collaboration to tackle global challenges and enhance stability. He questioned whether the two nations could jointly improve bilateral relations for the benefit of their peoples and humanity's future.

Trump In China LIVE: Trump briefly acknowledged past tensions with Xi, such as trade wars and U.S. support for Taiwan, while avoiding mention of the Iran conflict. He expressed appreciation for Xi's leadership, despite acknowledging that his compliments are sometimes unpopular.

Trump In China LIVE: Trump emphasizes his personal connection with Xi amid differing stances on many issues. Sen. Mark Warner cautions that relying too heavily on this dynamic is misguided. He warns against sacrificing lasting American strength for temporary political gains and stresses the importance of securing significant outcomes from any agreements with Beijing that benefit American workers, security, and competitiveness.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Trump labeled his summit with Xi Jinping as the "biggest ever," highlighting their personal friendship and expressing optimism about improving US-China relations during their bilateral talks.

Trump In China LIVE: Delegation-level talks between China and the US initiated in Beijing, led by Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, with numerous US leaders joining their counterparts for discussions.

Trump In China LIVE: Xi Jinping emphasized that China and the US share more common interests than differences, stating stable relations benefit the world and expressing anticipation for discussing major issues with Trump.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Trump and Xi have commenced bilateral talks inside the Great Hall of the People, following the arrival ceremony, with translators facilitating the conversation.
 

Trump In China LIVE: Trump was greeted with a 21-gun salute during a ceremony that started with the national anthems of both countries. He saluted alongside Chinese President Xi Jinping, as children waved flowers and flags in celebration.

Trump In China LIVE: Trump and Xi inspected the Guard of Honour at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during Trump's state visit to China.

Trump In China LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomes US President Donald Trump in Beijing during his official visit, holding a ceremonial reception at the Great Hall of People.
 

Trump In China LIVE: The Great Hall of the People, adorned with red-carpeted steps and marble, hosts the meeting of the two leaders. Soldiers display large U.S. and Chinese flags amid cannons for a salute. Chinese schoolchildren in colorful outfits rehearse a welcome chant: “Welcome, welcome, welcome to China.”
 

Trump In China LIVE: Crowds gathered outside Trump’s hotel in Beijing as he arrived in China for the first time in over nine years.

Trump In China LIVE: The US Secretary of State emphasized that economic downturns due to the crisis will lead to reduced Chinese product purchases. Rubio expressed hopes for China's active role in addressing Iran's actions, in contrast to Trump's comments minimizing concerns over Iran during his trip to Beijing.
 

Trump In China LIVE: The Great Hall of the People, built in 1959 for China's tenth anniversary, spans 171,800 square meters in Beijing. It hosts foreign dignitaries and major events, including the legislature's annual meeting. Constructed in ten months using manual labor, its interior features designs inspired by Tang dynasty floral motifs, reflecting Chinese history.

Trump In China LIVE: President Trump is set for meetings with Xi Jinping in Beijing to achieve economic gains, uphold a delicate trade truce, and address complex issues like the Iran conflict and arms sales to Taiwan. This visit is particularly critical as Trump's approval ratings have suffered due to the Iran war.
 

Trump In China LIVE: During U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to China, the looming U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran appears to be reshaping Middle Eastern alliances. Trump's discussions with President Xi Jinping may focus on seeking China's assistance to address the ongoing war, but analysts predict limited support from China in this regard.
 

Trump In China: At 8 a.m. local time, Trump is set to participate in executive time. Two hours later, at 10 a.m. local time, Trump will by greeted by Xi at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Following this, they will be participating in a meeting. Later at 6 pm local time, the two leaders will participate in a state banquet.

Trump In China LIVE: #WelcomeTrumpToChina is the top trending topic on Chinese social media

Trump In China LIVE:  “This is a non-starter, I think they will be talking at each and not to each other.”: Former Ambassador Deepak Vohra says on the Trump-Jinping meeting in Beijing.

Trump In China LIVE: China rolled out the red carpet for President Donald Trump as he arrived in Beijing Wednesday evening.

Trump in China LIVE: Prominent US executives from Big Tech and Wall Street, ranging from Elon Musk, Tim Cook and Jensen Huang are expected to join President Donald Trump on his trip to China.

Trump In China LIVE: ‘Beijing is economically in bad state, they have internal military and political problems’: LT Gen P R Shankar (Retd), Strategic Affairs Expert said to Republic.

Trump In China LIVE: Donald Trump was greeted on the tarmac by Chinese Vice President Hang Zhang, as the US President landed in Beijing.