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September 20, 2026
Bessent and He Discuss AI and Trade Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit
- Bessent and He are meeting at JPMorgan Chase's headquarters in New York City to discuss the U.S.-China economic relationship ahead of the summit between President Trump and President Xi Jinping on September 24.
- The discussions focus on AI, tariffs, and rare earths, and are crucial as they precede the expiration of a U.S.-China trade truce on November 10.
- U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is also participating, emphasizing the need for balanced trade and improved market access for American goods.
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- U.S. Treasury's Bessent, China's He to hold talks on AI, trade, critical minerals: ReutersSep 20, 2026 at 6:17 AM · CNBC
- Xi Jinping is coming to the White House. Here's what to expectSep 20, 2026 at 12:26 PM · NPR
- Amb. Waltz on whether Trump and Xi will reach deal on A.I.: ‘With President Trump, I always see the opportunity’Sep 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM · CNN
- Bessent meets China Vice Premier He Lifeng ahead of Trump-Xi summitSep 20, 2026 at 4:56 PM · CNBC
- Bessent meets with Chinese counterpart ahead of Trump-Xi summitSep 20, 2026 at 6:51 PM · CBS News