KATHMANDU – U.S. President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in the Chinese capital, marking a significant moment in global diplomacy. The meeting took place at the Great Hall of the People, where President Xi welcomed President Trump with a full guard of honor. Following the formal ceremony and a symbolic handshake, the two leaders engaged in a high-stakes meeting lasting approximately two hours.
During the opening remarks, President Xi noted that the entire world was watching the meeting with great interest. He emphasized that in a rapidly changing world, the relationship between the United States and China is crucial for global stability. Xi expressed his vision for the two superpowers to act as partners rather than competitors. In response, President Trump praised President Xi, stating it was an honor to call him a friend and expressed confidence that bilateral relations would continue to improve.
A major focus of the visit was the economic partnership, as Trump was accompanied by a delegation of top American business leaders. A potential landmark deal with the American aerospace giant Boeing dominated the discussions. According to various media reports, China is preparing to purchase aircraft worth approximately $67 billion (9 trillion NPR). If finalized, this would stand as one of the largest aviation agreements in history, underscoring the scale of commercial ties between the two nations.
Despite the positive optics, the two-hour session addressed several points of contention that have fueled tensions in recent years. The leaders discussed trade imbalances, customs duties, semiconductor technology, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Geopolitical flashpoints, including the conflict in Iran and the status of Taiwan, were also on the agenda. President Xi reiterated that the Taiwan issue remains the most sensitive and critical matter in U.S.-China relations, warning that a failure to manage this issue correctly could lead to a “dangerous situation” for both countries.
Following the summit, President Xi met with the U.S. business delegation, assuring them that China’s markets would remain open and provide even greater opportunities for American companies. According to the state news agency Xinhua, Xi highlighted the long-standing contribution of U.S. firms to China’s development. While Xi emphasized that “no one wins in a trade war,” President Trump has continued to maintain pressure on Beijing to increase its purchases of American goods to balance the trade deficit.
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