According to Yonhap News, China’s state-run Xinhua News Agency reported that Trump’s Air Force One landed at Beijing Capital International Airport at 7:49 PM local time. This marks the first visit by a U.S. president to China in nine years, since Trump’s first term in November 2017.
The visit comes amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China over trade tariffs, the Taiwan issue, and the situation in the Middle East, drawing significant international attention.
On May 14, the second day of his visit, Trump is scheduled to hold a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two leaders last met in October during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Busan.
During the upcoming talks, they are expected to discuss trade and tariff issues, as well as matters concerning Taiwan and Iran.
Before departing the White House on May 12, Trump told reporters, "There is a lot to discuss with President Xi, and trade will be a primary focus." When asked about his message to Xi regarding the conflict in Iran, he replied, "We will have a long conversation about that. He is my friend, and good things will happen."
Following the summit, Trump plans to tour the Temple of Heaven in Beijing with Xi and will attend a state banquet at the Great Hall of the People that evening. On the final day, May 15, the two leaders will continue discussions over a small tea meeting and lunch.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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