President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a two-hour bilateral meeting in Beijing Thursday morning, with discussions covering critical issues including Taiwan, the Strait of Hormuz, Iran, trade, and technology. The White House described the session as “good.”
During private talks, Xi Jinping warned that U.S.-China relations would remain stable if Taiwan was handled properly but could escalate into potential clashes or conflicts if not managed appropriately. Trump emphasized his personal relationship with Xi and stated the United States is eager to engage in trade with China.
The meeting also addressed Trump’s push for increased Chinese purchases of American agricultural products and passenger aircraft, as well as the establishment of a dispute resolution board to manage ongoing trade disagreements before they escalate into full-scale trade wars.
According to a White House readout, both leaders publicly agreed that the Strait of Hormuz must stay open and Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons. Treasury Secretary Howard Lutnick reported that Chinese officials expressed opposition to militarizing the Strait of Hormuz or implementing tolling systems there.
The meeting took place in the Great Hall of the People, with both leaders delivering public remarks before transitioning into private discussions. Trump is scheduled to meet Xi again Friday morning for a final private session before departing Beijing.
