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Trump and Xi Plan Key 2026 State Visits Amid Trade Talks

11/25/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a state visit to Beijing in April 2026, with a reciprocal visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping later that year.
A positive call discussed trade, including soybean purchases and rare earth minerals.
Xi Jinping emphasized Taiwan's significance in the international order during the call.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said four Trump–Xi meetings could occur next year to maintain the fragile trade truce.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced a state visit to Beijing in April 2026, with a reciprocal visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping later that year.
A positive call discussed trade, including soybean purchases and rare earth minerals.
Xi Jinping emphasized Taiwan's significance in the international order during the call.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said four Trump–Xi meetings could occur next year to maintain the fragile trade truce.