Chinese President to Visit US for Summit on Trade, AI

Next week, Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay an official visit to Washington. U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to greet President Xi at the airport, and the two leaders will hold talks at the White House. The discussions are expected to cover key issues in U.S.-China relations, including trade, the supply of rare earths from China, and the development of artificial intelligence (AI). While the talks will be held in private, both leaders are expected to issue a joint statement afterward. First Lady Melania Trump and Madame Peng Liyuan will accompany them for some of the events during the visit. A dinner is also planned, which President Trump has described as a "grand occasion." The summit comes amid rising tensions between the U.S. and China. Trade friction, in particular, has had a significant impact on both economies, and it remains to be seen if any progress will be made in these discussions. The strategic approaches of both countries regarding cooperation and competition in the AI sector may also be discussed. As a past example, during President Trump's state visit to China in May 2026, China hosted an elaborate banquet that included appetizers, Peking duck, shark fin soup, and various desserts.