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September 24, 2026
Trump and Xi Jinping Discuss Trade and AI Development Amid Ongoing Tensions
- President Trump and Xi Jinping exchanged gifts and compliments during Xi's first visit to Washington in over a decade, highlighting a focus on cooperation.
- The trade truce was extended, but no significant breakthroughs were made as both leaders acknowledged ongoing tensions, particularly regarding Taiwan and AI development.
- Xi emphasized the importance of managing AI development responsibly, while Trump faced political pressure ahead of the midterm elections.
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- GOP Sen. Thom Tillis on Trump-Xi visit: "It's a WTF moment"Sep 24, 2026 at 10:42 PM · CBS News
- Trump’s high-stakes summit with China’s leaderSep 24, 2026 at 10:53 PM · NBC
- US Democrats criticize lavish Trump-Xi summit as lacking substanceSep 24, 2026 at 11:12 PM · Reuters
- Trump rolls out red carpets for Xi Jinping, though he has portrayed China as a global menaceSep 25, 2026 at 1:03 AM · NBC
- President Trump hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a summit heavy on ceremony and light on outcomes, concealing major disagreements on trade, technology and Beijing’s support for IranSep 25, 2026 at 1:17 AM · WSJ
- Trump and Xi Exchange Symbolic Gifts Ahead of State DinnerSep 25, 2026 at 2:16 AM · NYT
- The Trump-Xi meeting was heavy on pomp, light on substance. China is just fine with thatSep 25, 2026 at 8:11 AM · CNN